If you want to learn more about the evolving preservation movement in the Wildwoods, a 1-hour November webinar by Preservation New Jersey and Stephanie M. Hoagland of Jablonski Building Conservation is a must-watch. 

“At the turn of the 21st century, the future for Wildwood was looking rosy,” said Hoagland. “With over 300 mid-century modern motels situated along a six-mile long barrier island near the southern tip of New Jersey, the Wildwoods were finally being recognized as the largest collection of Doo Wop motels in the country.

“In short order, the Wildwoods became a victim of their own success,” Hoagland continued. “With a large number of ‘Mom and Pop’ motels, no chain stores, and its beachside location, the Wildwoods had a distinct ‘sense of place’ and an authentic identity. Its unique character quickly attracted developers eager to cash-in on the island’s new-found popularity. Modern, innocuous condos, clad in vinyl siding, began popping up all over the island.”

To find out what happened and what we can do to solve it, view the Q&A entitled “Stymied by Success” at https://youtu.be/bECTfHv6B1Y. 

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