June 23, 2026
America250 Lecture on Battle of Turtle Gut Inlet takes place on June 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Wildwood Crest Arts Pavilion, 6301 Ocean Avenue in Wildwood Crest. Hosted by John Ryan of Historic Cold Spring Village, the free presentation focuses on the Battle of Turtle Gut Inlet, the only Revolutionary War battle fought in Cape May County, including who was involved, who won, and the eventual fate of Turtle Gut Inlet just off Wildwood Crest. Light refreshments are served, and the event is a strong fit for visitors interested in local history, America250 programming, and Cape May County's Revolutionary War story.