Richard Helfant remembers Margate’s iconic Lucy the Elephant from when he was 5 years old. More than 60 years later, he’s the executive director of this memorable roadside attraction and cares for her and loves her like his own. 143-year-old Lucy is in good hands. (Video by Andre Malok) | NJ.com

1.6K reactions · 339 shares | Take a tour inside Lucy the Elephant, one of the Jersey Shore’s most iconic landmarks. Learn about Lucy’s rich history, from fascinating facts to unexpected stories of Lucy’s past. This is an experience you won’t want to skip when you’re down the shore. @lucytheelephant Reel by Cat Pepe #ShoreLocal #MargateNJ #lucytheelephant #ShoreNews #southjersey #newjersey #alllocalallthetime | Shore Local Newsmagazine | Facebook

🐘✨ Help Save Lucy the Elephant! ✨🐘 America’s original roadside attraction, Lucy the Elephant in Margate, NJ, needs a little support. Built in 1881, she’s a beloved historic landmark—and every dollar brings her closer to restoration. 📍 1 Lucy Plaza (aka 9200 Atlantic Avenue), Margate City, NJ 08402—corner of Decatur & Atlantic Avenues in Josephine Harron Park 🕒 Hours: • Monday–Saturday: 10 AM–8 PM • Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM 💰 Admission to the GROUNDS is FREE! 🎟️ Guided tours begin every ~45 minut