Lucy the Elephant
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This article is about the six-story work of architecture. For the Asian elephant, see Edmonton Valley Zoo § Exhibits.
Lucy the Elephant is a six-story elephant-shaped example of novelty architecture, constructed of wood and clad in tin in 1882 by James V. Lafferty in Margate City, New Jersey, approximately five miles (8 km) south of Atlantic City. Originally named Elephant Bazaar, Lucy was built to promote real estate sales and attract tourists. Today, Lucy is the oldest surviving roadside tourist attraction in America.[4]
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Lucy, the Margate Elephant | |
Location | 9200 Atlantic Ave Margate City, New Jersey |
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Coordinates | 39°19′14.33″N 74°30′42.85″W |
Built | 1882; 142 years ago (1882) |
Architect | James V. Lafferty |
NRHP reference No. | 71000493 |
NJRHP No. | 383[1] |
Significant dates | |
Added to NRHP | August 12, 1971[2] |
Designated NHL | May 11, 1976[3] |
Designated NJRHP | April 7, 1971 |
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