Wildwood Historical Society - George F. Boyer Museum

Wildwood Historical Society - George F. Boyer Museum The George F. Boyer Museum is a history museum run by the Wildwood Historical Society. Membership is open to any interested person.
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Boyer Historocal Museum is managed by The Wildwood Historical Society, non-profit, tax exempt, not for profit corporation, founded in 1963 and given new life in 1990. The objective of the society is to gather, perserve, and present the history of Wildwood, to the public, in an interesting and informative manner. The museum has vintage photos, artifacts, and memorabilia, depicting the various ages

of Wildwood, from its merger with Holly Beach City, to the present. One of the goals of the re-organized society is to recapture thos years, brush off the dust, and put them on display for public enlightment. We have special sections dedicated to the police and fire departments, the beach patrol, boardwalk, history-making residents and to the scholastic and athletic achievements of the city. We have microfilm of newspapers dating back to 1897, books on the military, entertainment, transportation, old hotels, houses, and of course our famous boardwalk! The price of admission is a donation. Come and see "The Wildwood Grandma and grandpa knew."

Did you get our latest newsletter? Be sure to send back your dues in the enclosed envelope! Or become a member at https:...
09/03/2026

Did you get our latest newsletter? Be sure to send back your dues in the enclosed envelope! Or become a member at https://www.wildwoodhistoricalmuseum.com/become-a-member

Thank you to volunteers Jackson B., Karen S. and the City of Wildwood, NJ for your role in getting our newsletter to our members!

WE NEED YOUR INPUT! 🎃👻What do you think of this handmade mini light-up sign for our museum gift shop?  It’s a spooky tri...
09/02/2026

WE NEED YOUR INPUT! 🎃👻

What do you think of this handmade mini light-up sign for our museum gift shop?

It’s a spooky tribute to “Castle Dracula - More Ghoulish Than Ever!” right here in Wildwood, NJ 💀🧡
Featuring:
Mini spotlights that light up
Handmade skulls + pumpkins
That classic Wildwood boardwalk horror vibe

Price: $39.99
Perfect for: Halloween decor, collectors, and anyone who loves Wildwood nostalgia

If we get enough interest, we’ll stock them for the Halloween season!

Comment below:
YES, I want one!
Love it but have feedback
Not for me

Would you pick one up? Let us know! ⬇️

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Book Signing & Meet the AuthorThe Jersey Shore on Film by Marci Mazzarotto📅 Saturday, September 26🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM📍 ...
09/01/2026

Book Signing & Meet the Author
The Jersey Shore on Film by Marci Mazzarotto
📅 Saturday, September 26
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Wildwood Historical Society Museum
Come meet Marci Mazzarotto and celebrate the stories of the Jersey Shore on the silver screen!
Explore the Shore on the Silver Screen
From the boardwalk to the bay, the Jersey Shore has a rich — and often overlooked — history in film.
For 130 miles of coastline, our towns have been the backdrop to classics, cult favorites, and new hits alike.
In The Jersey Shore on Film, Marci profiles more than 140 films spanning 110 years, plus TV shows and music videos that helped shape how the world sees our home.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at:
Atlantic City in The King of Marvin Gardens (1972), Atlantic City (1980), and Desperately Seeking Susan (1985)
Asbury Park in The Wrestler (2008), I Saw the TV Glow (2024), and Deliver Me from Nowhere (2025)
Shore-wide gems like Coyote Ugly (2000), Amityville Horror (1979), A Complete Unknown (2024), and more — filmed from South Amboy to Cape May
Kevin Smith and the Red Bank native’s love letters to NJ that changed indie film
About the Author
Marci Mazzarotto is an Associate Professor and Department Chair of Communication at Georgian Court University in Lakewood, NJ.
She holds a PhD from the University of Central Florida and an MFA from Asbury University.
Her work explores the intersection of critical theory and creative practice, with a focus on popular culture, film, and television.
Originally from Southern California with family roots in Southern Brazil, she now calls the beautiful Jersey Shore home.
Event Details:
Books available for purchase: $24.99
Includes: Author talk, Q&A, and book signing
Whether you grew up here, visit every summer, or just love movies — this is your chance to see the Shore in a whole new light.

08/30/2026

Part 2 of how we got Tram Car 8 into the museum! Gives a whole new meaning to “watch the tram car, please.”

If you’re confused about how the restoration will work, please read this: Restoration work will continue now that it’s indoors. Old paint will be chipped off with a needle scaler, preventing dust. It will be painted using rollers, which is how the tram car carriages are painted.

She’s home. 🚋
Last week, Tram Car 8 was safely moved into the Wildwood Historical Society Museum.

Heartfelt thank you to:
Mayor Ernie Troiano City of Wildwood, NJ
Wildwood Fire Department Wildwood Fire Dept
All of our volunteers
And our restoration team David Luke, Joe Arico, and Phil — for the work, the care, and the love you put into saving a piece of Wildwood.

It takes a village. Last week that village showed up.
Thank you, Wildwood ❤️

08/29/2026

Part 1 of how we got Tram Car 8 into the museum! Now that it’s safely indoors, it will be painted and have its original roof reattached.

She’s home. 🚋
Yesterday Tram Car 8 was safely moved into the Wildwood Historical Society Museum.

Heartfelt thank you to:
Mayor Ernie Troiano
Wildwood Fire Department
All of our volunteers
And our restoration team David Luke, Joe Arico, and Phil — for the work, the care, and the love you put into saving a piece of Wildwood.

It takes a village. Yesterday that village showed up.
Thank you, Wildwood ❤️

Today was a huge day for Wildwood history. Thanks to the incredible teamwork of so many people, Tram Car 8 has been safe...
08/28/2026

Today was a huge day for Wildwood history.

Thanks to the incredible teamwork of so many people, Tram Car 8 has been safely moved into its new home at the museum!

Special thanks to:
Mayor Ernie Troiano – for your leadership, support, and commitment to preserving the stories that make Wildwood, Wildwood.
The Wildwood Fire Department – for your expertise, safety crew, and for showing up the way you always do for our town.
And to all the amazing volunteers – this would not have happened without you.

Extra shoutout to our restoration team:
David Luke, Joe Arico, and Phil – your skill, heart, and countless hours made it possible to get Tram Car 8 where it belongs. Wildwood is lucky to have you. Now that it’s indoors, the restoration can be completed. It will be painted and lettering will be added.

To everyone who lent a hand, a truck, a tool, or just cheered us on today — thank you. This is what community looks like.

Tram Car 8 is home now. And it’s safe because of YOU.
Come see her soon! 📍 Wildwood Historical Society Museum

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Photo credits: & Ed Ruth

Day 2 of progress on Tram Car  #8! Phil joined the work team and made a big difference. Thanks to all who’ve supported t...
08/28/2026

Day 2 of progress on Tram Car #8! Phil joined the work team and made a big difference.

Thanks to all who’ve supported this restoration project. Please donate if you haven’t already at wildwoodhistoricalmuseum.com/give. You make a difference!

Tram Car  #8 restoration progress today! Give this post a like to let volunteers David and Joe know they are doing a fan...
08/26/2026

Tram Car #8 restoration progress today! Give this post a like to let volunteers David and Joe know they are doing a fantastic job. Soon you’ll be able to visit this retired engine at our museum!

Please consider donating to support tram car preservation at wildwoodhistoricalmuseum.com/give. Thank you for your support 💛🧡💙

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3907 Pacific Avenue
Wildwood, NJ
08260

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