Chicken Bone Beach

Chicken Bone Beach is a section of shoreline along Missouri Avenue with sandy beach and direct access to the Atlantic City Boardwalk. The location sits where the city's entertainment district meets the ocean, with the Boardwalk running parallel to the waterline.

From 1900 to 1964, this beach section was legally reserved for African American visitors during the era of racial segregation. The name reflects local traditions and daily life during this period of enforced separation.

The beach served as a gathering place where Black musicians and performers created a vibrant entertainment scene that shaped the community's identity. This location represents the cultural contributions and resilience of African American residents during a divided era.

Lifeguards are on duty during swimming season, and restroom facilities are available nearby. Public transit connections make it convenient to reach the beach from other parts of the city.

Kennedy Plaza adjacent to the beach hosts summer jazz concerts that continue the musical traditions of earlier decades. These performances keep alive the memory of performers who made this place memorable during segregation.

Location: Atlantic City

Address: Chicken Bone Beach, Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA

GPS coordinates: 39.35410,-74.43620

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23