Camp Boardwalk Opens at NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum | WWII Exhibit 2026

Your Wildwood Crest hotel stay puts you minutes from the NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum’s exciting new Camp Boardwalk exhibit. History is landing at Cape May Airport. The brand-new Camp Boardwalk WWII exhibit opens May 1, 2026 at the NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum, and it runs all summer long through Labor Day — plus AirFest 2026. If you’ve been looking for a reason to explore Cape May County beyond the boardwalk, this is it.

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Step Into South Jersey’s WWII Story

Cape May Airport was a World War II Navy Air Station — and this new exhibit brings that history to life. Camp Boardwalk features historic WWII-era aircraft on display, military reenactors, live period music, and hands-on family activities that make history feel real. Whether you’re a history buff or just looking for a memorable family day trip, NAS Wildwood is worth the drive.

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Plan Your Visit to NAS Wildwood

  • 📍 Location: NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum, Cape May Airport, Rio Grande, NJ 08242
  • 📅 Open: May 1 through Labor Day 2026
  • ✈️ AirFest 2026 — included in the summer season
  • 🌐 Details: NASWildwood.org

Stay Close to the Action at Sea Chest Motel

Planning a day at Camp Boardwalk or AirFest 2026? Make it a full weekend at the Shore. Sea Chest Motel in Wildwood Crest puts you right in the heart of the Cape May County action — just minutes from Cape May Airport, the Wildwood Boardwalk, and the best beaches in New Jersey.

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History is better with a motel room. See you at the Shore. 🎖️