Matawan, New Jersey -
Sharkfest - 1916 Shark Attacks
In the summer of 1916, a killer shark wandered far inland to snack on unsuspecting swimmers in this bayshore town. Annual festival.
- Address:
- Dock St., Matawan, NJ
- Directions:
- Garden State Pkwy exit 117, left on Lloyd Rd., left on Gerard Ave., left on Maple Place/Main St. Dock St. on right. Matawan Creek shark attacks occurred at the creek at the end of Dock St.
- Hours:
- Only open during Sharkfest; July 12 is anniversary.
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SharkFest Honors 1916 Attack Victims
A new annual event called "SharkFest" was held this week on the 90th anniversary of fatal shark attacks in Matawan Creek, Matawan, NJ. The summer of 1916, a killer shark caused mayhem along the Jersey seashore, then wandered far inland to this bayshore town south of New York City.... [07/20/2006] Complete News Story
A new annual event called "SharkFest" was held this week on the 90th anniversary of fatal shark attacks in Matawan Creek, Matawan, NJ. The summer of 1916, a killer shark caused mayhem along the Jersey seashore, then wandered far inland to this bayshore town south of New York City.... [07/20/2006] Complete News Story
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