2017 Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders:
John P. Curley, Serena DiMaso, Thomas A. Arnone, Lillian G. Burry and Gary J. Rich Sr.
Dear Friends,
Welcome to Monmouth County! Monmouth County is known for its family
friendly atmosphere, diverse beaches, expansive parks, shopping and
antiquing, breathtaking sunrises, exciting nightlife and so much more.
The Visit Monmouth Travel Guide is a valuable resource designed to
provide you with a snapshot of the variety of activities and events you can
experience when you visit Monmouth County.
Plan your day, long weekend or week-long vacation around the County’s
year-round events. Enjoy the rich culture of the County at our art galleries
or enjoy live theater and stage performances. If you like history, enjoy the
many museums, historic churches and battle reenactments. From shopping
in our downtowns to dinner on the beach to free outdoor concerts, there
is something for everyone in Monmouth County. We are confident that this
travel guide and our website at www.visitmonmouth.com will be invaluable
tools as you plan your trip to Monmouth County.
As the County’s governing body, we consider it a privilege to preserve and
promote Monmouth County so that you and your family may come and
enjoy! We invite you to get to know all of Monmouth County, from our
Atlantic Ocean beaches to the sprawling horse farms. You will surely find
out why Monmouth County is the place you want to be.
Sincerely,
Freeholder Thomas A. Arnone
Liaison to Tourism
www.visitmonmouth.com
Enjoy
your visit!
SPARK’S 2017
VISIT MONMOUTH
TRAVEL GUIDE
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