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5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Atlantic City, New Jersey

Updated January 5, 2024

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The Hidden Worlds of Monopoly

From Atlantic City to high fashion to Karl Marx, the most recognizable board game has had serious cultural impact.
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Remembering When Horse Diving Was an Actual Thing

For 50 years, this bizarre act was one of Atlantic City's biggest attractions.
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