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Jenkinson’s Boardwalk Historical Dates
The morning show is live from the legendary Jenkinson's Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach and we took a look back at some of the big moments in history that made Jenks what it is today.
Here are some of the pivotal moments that paved the way for Jenkinson's Boardwalk according to the Jenkinson's Baordwalk website...
1926. Charles Jenkinson purchased some property in Point Pleasant Beach.
1928. Jenkinson's Pavilion was open for business.
1949. Miniature train ride is open to connect the Inlet facilities to the Pavilion.
late 1970's Pasquale "Pat" Storino purchased Jenkinson's holdings and immediately began renovations, including an arcade and restaurant.
1978. Dinner theater was opened.
1980. Waterslide complex opened
1989. Fire destroys Pavilion but is rebuilt as a 1200 seat pavilion
1991. Jenkinson's Aquarium is opened.
1998. Fun House is opened.
There you have a brief history of the amazing Jenkinson's Boardwalk, based on Jim Futrell's Amusement Parks of New Jersey and you can get linked to ordering info at the Jenkinson's Boardwalk website
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