LATEST FROM JOURNEY THROUGH JERSEY BLOG
DISCOVER THE PAST. PROTECT THE FUTURE. April 15, 2025
Before Georgian and Victorian buildings, and even before the wigwams, wickiups, and longhouses, pre-historic creatures inhabited New Jersey. South Jersey, in particular, is a “hot bed of dino action.” Located just 15 miles away from the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum in Haddonfield, Hadrosaurus foulkii was the first dinosaur to be discovered and described in North America. The Hadrosaurus foulkii Leidy site is now a National Historic Landmark! Other famous S...
HISTORY IN BLOOM PHOTO CONTEST March 18, 2025
Journey Through Jersey believes that photos through the lenses of travelers are a great way to showcase our state’s extraordinary history. These images demonstrate New Jersey’s vast historic sites and vistas, the splendor of its natural landscapes, and the character of its communities. The photo contest is open to any photographer or adventurer who believes in our mission of promoting heritage tourism for the benefit of the state’s many and diverse historic sites. Help ...
RE-ENACT SCENES FROM FILM AND TV AT THESE NJ SITES March 06, 2025
Before Hollywood became known for its blockbusters and stars, New Jersey was already bringing its talent, history, architecture, and unique landscapes to the big screen thanks to Thomas Edison and the numerous film studios that dotted the state in the early twentieth century. New Jersey is on its way to become a backdrop for the film industry, once again, thanks to recent deals and incentives. So, follow the stars this season as Journey Through Jersey highlights some hi...
NEW ADDITIONS TO CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR January 03, 2025
Happy New Year from Journey Through Jersey! This year will surely be full of history, fun, and entertainment especially after Journey Through Jersey introduces you to its New(est) additions - one to visit each month of the New Year! 1. Surflight Theatre - Also know as “Broadway at the Beach,” is now a Journey Through Jersey site! Surflight Theatre was founded in 1950 by Joseph P. Hayes. The first season was produced in a tent, which eventually moved to...
7 REASONS THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE CAPE MAY FOR THE HOLIDAYS December 09, 2024
Deck the halls with boughs of holly and history! Cape May is the place to be this holiday season. Here are seven reasons why There is No Place Like Cape May for the Holidays:
1. The history! Cape May is the oldest seaside resort in the country! In the mid-18th century, the city began hosting vacationers from Philadelphia who sought a healthy and pleasurable getaway. Continue the tradition of sojourning down the shore by visiting Cape May this ho...