Summer 2017 Schedule

July 1 -Sept 3

Saturdays 6:00 PM – “Play By the Rules: Fun & Leisure in Early Ocean Grove” (Tents, Ocean Pathway, Boardwalk)

Sundays 10:30 AM – “A Stroll Down 19th Century Main Avenue” (Main Avenue)

Saturday August 12	6:00 PM	Play By The Rules: Fun & Leisure in Early Ocean Grove	Get tickets
Sunday August 13	10:30 AM	A Stroll Down 19th Century Main Avenue	Get tickets
Saturday August 19	6:00 PM	Play By The Rules: Fun & Leisure in Early Ocean Grove	Get tickets
Sunday August 20	10:30 AM	A Stroll Down 19th Century Main Avenue	Get tickets
Saturday August 26	6:00 PM	Play By The Rules: Fun & Leisure in Early Ocean Grove	Get tickets
Sunday August 27	10:30 AM	A Stroll Down 19th Century Main Avenue	Get tickets
Saturday September 2	6:00 PM	Play By The Rules: Fun & Leisure in Early Ocean Grove	Get tickets
Sunday September 3	10:30 AM	A Stroll Down 19th Century Main Avenue	Get tickets

Private tours available by appointment. Contact us for more information.

Tour Descriptions

A Stroll Down 19th Century Main Avenue

If you were visiting Ocean Grove in the 19th century, chances are Main Avenue would be the first thing you'd see. What would it look like? On this relaxed walk along Ocean Grove's main thoroughfare, discover what early travelers noticed and wrote about Ocean Grove, hear stories about some of the town's early merchants, and learn the surprising reasons why many people came to Ocean Grove in the Victorian era. Along the way, take in beautiful examples of the Victorian architecture of homes, shops and offices. About 60 minutes.

Play By The Rules: Fun & Leisure in Early Ocean Grove

Ocean Grove was founded by Methodists who wanted to establish a wholesome, religious atmosphere for summer recreation. They created a set of rules and regulations governing behavior that became famous around the world for being strict even by Victorian standards. You might wonder how anyone managed to have a good time! But they did, and on this tour, you'll learn how. This tour explores the famous tent homes of Ocean Grove, Ocean Pathway, and the boardwalk. About 60 minutes.