Have you ever wondered what it was like to live and work at a lighthouse? Or how people lived in the 19th century? Curious about the region’s events, culture and history? Atlantic City and the surrounding area hold the answers. Travel back in time and explore history at Absecon Lighthouse, Lucy the Elephant, Historic Smithville and other fun and fascinating places.
Visit AC and delve into more than a century’s worth of rich culture and history. Atlantic City is full of stories! Check out AC's history attractions below for learning experiences you won’t find anywhere else!
Unique to AC!
Unique to ACA National Historic Landmark in New Jersey, built in 1881 by real estate developer James Lafferty. Lucy is an elephant-shaped building located on the beach in Margate just south of AC. The elephantine structure stands 65-feet high and weighs 90 tons.
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