Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey
Overview
The Vintage Automobile Museum of New Jersey displays classic and vintage cars spanning more than 75 years, plus automobilia, a reference library and a small gift shop. The nonprofit museum is run by volunteers and highlights rotating exhibits alongside permanent favorites.
Located at 1800 Bay Avenue (Building 13) in Point Pleasant, the museum shares the site with the New Jersey Museum of Boating. It's a short visit ideal for car enthusiasts, families, and anyone curious about automotive history on the Jersey shore.
What to Expect
A compact, volunteer-run museum focused on American cars from the early 20th century through mid-century, plus period signage, parts and memorabilia.
Look out for:
- Carefully restored classic cars spanning several decades.
- Period automobilia and interpretive plaques explaining provenance.
- A small reference library and rotating displays that change occasionally.
- On-site gift shop with automotive-themed items.
Best way to experience it:
Visit during published public hours (Fr–Sun, 12–4) to catch staffed exhibits and volunteer guides; allow 45–75 minutes to browse cars, read displays and browse the gift shop.
Things to Note
- Open to the public Friday–Sunday, 12:00–4:00 PM (confirm on site before visiting).
- Located at 1800 Bay Ave, Building 13; the car museum is next to the New Jersey Museum of Boating.
- Phone listed for inquiries: (732) 899-0012.
- Small, volunteer-run museum—exhibits rotate and visit length is typically under an hour.
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