Frank Furness’s 1876 Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts building
and the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate
When Laurie Milligan was a child, she didn’t have visions of being an artist when she grew up. “I wanted to be Snow White,” she told us. “I had black hair, and I wanted a prince to kiss me. Joe eventually did.” That Joe is her husband, fellow creative and […]
There’s a Craftsman library table waiting for you at Treehouse Antiques in Lower Township. It’s constructed of quarter-sawn oak with cutout detailing and square drawer knobs. Although not a Gustave Stickley piece, it contains many of the same elements. Oak wood, machine carved detail, wooden drawer dowels instead of machine-made […]
Most of Cape May County is bordered by marshes both on the bay and the ocean. They are such beautiful places. Really high tides just before sunset on the coastal marshes is one of my favorite experiences in the area. The sun reflecting off glass-like water and dark green marshes […]
Looking Up 14” x 24” Acrylic “I’m usually gazing at the horizon and enjoying the beauty of the ocean as I walk along the beach. This late summer day, the clouds above the dunes caught my attention, and I then noticed the houses nestled behind the dunes and grasses. Looking up: an […]
I don’t even know how to write about this place. This little-known jawn is so local, I don’t even know how to tell you where to go. I mean, if you look on a map, it’s the green spot bordered by Fulling Mill Road to the north, the Villas to […]
I had hoped to meet Cape May historian Harry Bellangy over coffee or to sit on a park bench. Instead, Harry insisted on meeting at the home of the Greater Cape May Historical Society. It’s the building commonly known as Colonial House and was built in 1730 to operate as […]
If you’re not one of the 45 million Americans estimated by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to be active birders, you may not realize how much avian activity there is in Cape May County. In fact, birding has increased nationwide, spurred on by an uptick in outdoor activities during […]
Victorian beach garb is a historic element that can easily date a photograph like the ones presented on these postcards. The distinctive summertime attire from the early 1900s prioritized preserving modesty, contrasting with today’s less conservative standards. What were the ladies to do at the beach if they were not […]
While in college a long time ago my favorite subject was history. So, I majored in it. Also, while in college a long time ago, my favorite beverage was beer. You could say I kind of majored in that too. Now, neither of these two loves are particularly unique, I […]
The story is the cornerstone of entertainment and of civilization. The story can convey and explain our origins, dreams, and fears. The food we eat has a story to tell that nourishes our mind and soul as well as our physical bodies. Finding those stories connects us to our ancestral […]
The presence of music was always there for Hannah Stone, and she has continuously made it more her own. From growing up singing with her church for years to attending the Los Angeles School of Music and touring with original songs, she harnessed the courage and ambition to carve her […]
There are more than 150 edible species of clams in the world, so we are going to limit this discussion to the ones we enjoy here in Cape May.
You may have been around Cape May long enough to remember the changeovers and transitions that this North Cape May bayfront restaurant has undergone—perhaps you recall the Whaler’s Cove or Harpoon Henry’s. The location now operates under the name Harpoons on the Bay and preserves the maritime theme that its […]
Spanning a full block overlooking the ocean, the Marquis de Lafayette Hotel has matchless views of sand, surf, and much of the city. From the uppermost level, visitors have a bird’s-eye view of the beach, the water, and a horizon that seems to stretch on forever. In the other direction, […]
Whether it’s 1870 or 2024, the English language evolves. Words and phrases come into popular use and stay a while, living their lives in conversation on the streets, in houses and theaters, written in books and newspapers, shared on Instagram or TikTok. Others disappear along with their usefulness. Some expressions […]
This recipe appeared in Every Ingredient Tells a Story in our Early Summer 2024 issue.
This recipe appeared in Every Ingredient Tells a Story in our Early Summer 2024 issue.
This recipe appeared in Every Ingredient Tells a Story in our Early Summer 2024 issue.
This recipe appeared in Every Ingredient Tells a Story in our Early Summer 2024 issue.
This recipe appeared in Every Ingredient Tells a Story in our Early Summer 2024 issue.
Lemon juice cuts the sweetness of this bourbon-based cocktail, while the muddled Luxardo cherries at the bottom of the glass make for a delicious finish. Find these Italian-made cherries in specialty stores or online. They aren’t your typical maraschinos; we wouldn’t recommend substituting the bright red variety. For a true […]
The years following World War II were not good to Cape May. War industries and military bases were dismantled, resulting in a decrease in the number of year-round jobs. As the 1960s dawned, many stores had gone out of business, hard-to-maintain summer Victorian cottages were in disrepair and no longer […]
The Kiwanis Club of Cape May celebrates 100 years of community service in 2024 with a gala dinner at the Grand Hotel and perhaps aperitifs on their clubhouse sundeck. This is a storied organization in Cape May with a history of notable members, significant accomplishments, and community involvement. “The Cape […]