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The Crusader was designed in 1968 by Clement F. Wasleski, Jr., who had received his architecture degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1956. The motel's theme is reinforced by a crenellated wall along Ocean Avenue, as well as by a colossal representation of a medieval figure and shield. Unusual that it has a pool on the second floor for a better view of the ocean.

Located on the Wildwood Boardwalk across from what was the "Fun Pier". If you're in the mood for some great food, and a fabulous fifties atmosphere, head on down to the Wildwood boardwalk. At the Doo Wop you can either extinguish your hunger with one of our classic 8 oz. Burgers, or indulge your sweet tooth with a milkshake or a Doo Wop Sundae.

An architectural expression of the creativity, exuberance and optimism of the nation at the dawn of the Space Age, the Satellite was arguably Will Morey's masterpiece, and one of the Wildwoods' signature "Doo Wop" landmarks. Despite a valiant effort to save it, the motel was closed and demolished after the 2004 season, setting off a wave of redevelopment (particularly in the Crest) that winter.

From the website: The Starlight will feature 264 suites. These suites include 2 and 3 bedrooms. Wildwood's Starlight Resort Hotel and Condominiums will feature a 200 seat restaurant, convention room, business center with high speed internet access, indoor, outdoor pool, health spa, 2 Sun Decks, and valet parking, as well as plenty of parking for the residence and guests.

The Blaker opened as a vaudeville house at the turn of the 20th Century, but would undergo many changes and transformations over the years. At the time of its demolition in early 2006 (along with the neighboring Shore Theater), it was, by far, the oldest and most storied movie theater in the Wildwoods.

Renowned for its classic Art Deco facade and prominent location on bustling Atlantic Ave., the Shore opened as a single-screen theater in the fall of 1939. Three decades later, it became a twin theater; it would eventually become part of the 'Shore 4' complex along with its next door neighbor, the Blaker Theater. For the bulk of its nearly six-decade existence, the Shore was considered the premier movie theater in the Wildwoods.

Sand Jamm moved into its new, two-story location at 2701 Boardwalk (northwest base of the old Hunt's Pier) for the 2006 season. The original store was located at 3916 Boardwalk.

Often acknowleged as the first motel in the Wildwoods, Jay's was a motor court-style complex, consisting of one and two-story, stucco-clad buildings. It was built by Lou and Will Morey, who were inspired by similar designs they encountered on trips to Florida in the late 40s and early 50s. The structures were ultimately demolished in favor of new development in 2004.

The New Doo Wop Museum is a partial reincarnation of the inimitable Surfside Restaurant. The museum, crowned with the spared roof that was saved in storage for a number of years, is lit with bright blue neon bulbs. It is "Brimming with cool artifacts, fun memories, fascinating history and bright neon lights" - per the Doo Wop Preservation League website.

Also see: Neon Garden

Today, on the former location of the HofBrau, stands the Beach Terrace Motor Inn. The HofBrau holds a special place in Wildwood and American pop culture history. It was there on April 12, 1954 that Bill Haley and the Comets first performed "(We're Gonna) Rock Around the Clock," the smash hit that is credited by some with kick-starting the era of Rock n' Roll.