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Strolling Down Memory Lane: A Visit to the Atlantic City Boardwalk in the 1970s

by Michael Warnick 03 May 2023 5 Comments

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Fralinger’s Virginia Avenue Store was across the boards from the famous Steel Pier. It opened April 11, 1925 following the Steel Pier Fire of November 17, 1924.

Strolling Down Memory Lane: A Visit to the Atlantic City Boardwalk in the 1970s

Written by James Candy Company

As we stepped onto the wooden planks, we were transported to a vibrant world of sights, sounds, and smells that I will never forget.

It was the summer of 1975 and I was a young adult on vacation with my friends. We decided to visit the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk, a destination that had been a popular spot for decades. As we stepped onto the wooden planks, we were transported to a vibrant world of sights, sounds, and smells that I will never forget.

As we strolled down the boardwalk, we were met with the sounds of lively music and the chatter of excited tourists. We passed by storefronts selling beach toys, souvenirs, and clothing, and we couldn't resist stopping to browse. The sun was shining brightly overhead, and we felt the warm breeze of the ocean as we made our way to the edge of the boardwalk to take in the magnificent view.

One of the things that stood out to me was the wide variety of food available on the boardwalk. We stopped at a food stall and tried a famous Atlantic City treat, the salt water taffy. The chewy candy was an instant hit, and we tried every flavor we could find. We also indulged in funnel cakes, hot dogs, and lemonade, all classic boardwalk treats that were impossible to resist.

As we continued to stroll down the boardwalk, we came across several interesting attractions. We visited the Steel Pier, an amusement park that had been around since the early 1900s, and took a ride on the Ferris wheel. We also checked out the iconic Boardwalk Hall, an architectural masterpiece that has been hosting concerts and events for over 90 years.

As the sun began to set, we made our way back to our hotel, our hearts and stomachs full of the memories we had made that day. The Atlantic City Boardwalk had exceeded our expectations, and we knew that we would be back again someday to relive those unforgettable moments.

The Atlantic City Boardwalk in the 1970s was a unique and unforgettable experience. The sights, sounds, and tastes of the boardwalk are still etched in my memory, and I look back on that day with fondness. If you ever have the chance to visit the boardwalk, be sure to take it, and experience the magic for yourself.

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5 Comments

10 May 2023 Beverly Ann Darling
Love this store
10 May 2023 Alex Benzuk

I loved the smell of different kinds of food. The steel pier! I loved the steel pier!

10 May 2023 Cheryl
Used to go there 60s…I can remember the Plimhimon Hotel. Had a Jungle scene in the lobby for the kids. Anybody else remember? I might have the spelling wrong.
10 May 2023 Catherine Salisbury
I saw the Atlantic City boardwalk for the first time at age 41. I have gone down with my future brother and sister-in-law and my fiancé. We went down and said the Atlantic Palace suites I came downstairs. There was a restaurant attached to the hotel and we stopped in there for breakfast and I looked out the window and happen to see the ocean and I was like I’m going out to look at the ocean I have never been to Atlantic City before in my life. It was the first time and I was like oh my God I’m on the boardwalk I can’t believe it and across all my families he was laughing because I had never been there or in any boardwalk like that. It was an absolutely refreshing experience that we repeated many many times over cents. However, that weekend we came back and it was the weekend of September 11 and from that day on the whole world has changed forever not only for other people that we lost but for the family that I’ve gotten with. We are a military family, and some of us were activated within a few days. It has not changed. We still believe that we did with the right thing. However, the world will never be the same ever again. But I do keep that memory of my first time, seeing the boardwalk at the front of my mind, and knowing that that was the most wonderful day, I’ve probably ever had. Thank you.
10 May 2023 Bonnie Quinlan
YESSSS That is exactly how I felt in the 70’s on the Boardwalk! It was always the best time when we came down to the Shore….And always got our Taffy from James, but loved the mints from Fralingers! hope it ok if I share this? Bonnie

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