Historical museum exhibit ‘comes to life’ this Sunday
Ghost walk features prominent people of Asbury Park past
This weekend, some deceased members of Asbury Park’s historical past will ‘walk the earth’ once more.
On Oct. 20, the Ocean Township Historical Museum will holds its fifth annual history ghost walk at the museum’s Terner Gallery. This year features the characters from its exhibit Asbury Park: The History of a Jersey Gem, according to a news release from the museum.
Outside, guests will be guided along the path east of the Woolley House to meet and interact talented young actors who bring the spirits of Asbury back to life. Expect to see city founder, James Bradley, music man Arthur Pryor, civil rights leader Lorenzo Harris, Sr., female entrepreneur Barbara Samaha and others.
Inside the Library’s Terner Gallery, guests enjoy performances from Asbury’s Victorian, jazz, and pop eras, hosted by the spirit of Evelyne Kane, a member of Queen Titania’s court in the 1924 Baby Parade. Guests are invited to sing along with turn-of-the century tunes, swing to numbers from the 30s and 40s, and meet “our own” Connie Francis.
It is a ghost walk designed share the history of Asbury Park in a delighful non-frightful way. Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for children.
Call the Museum at 732.531.2136 to make a reservation. The event is weather permitting. A rain date has been scheduled for Nov.3 at 5:30 p.m.
The Terner Gallery is located at 701 Deal Road in Ocean Township. For more information, visit the museum website.
