We received a question in the comments the other day asking how much of Lucy’s construction is original. 🧐

While Lucy’s “skin” was completely replaced during her recent top-to-toe makeover, her core structure—made from over a million hand-cut pieces of wood—is still about 70% original. In this photo, taken during Lucy’s recent restoration, you can see new pieces of wood being affixed to Lucy’s foot right next to original pieces that date back to 1881! #JerseyStrong 💪🐘

A vintage photo of Lucy from the beach before the dunes! ☀️🌊🐘

At Lucy, EVERYONE is always welcome! So, say it loud and say it proud in our “Love. Live. Lucy.” T-shirt! Available NOW for a limited time during Pride month! Adult sizes only. Get YOURS before they're gone! 🖤🤎❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🩵🩷🤍🐘

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Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend! If you’re down the shore, don’t forget to stop by and tour Lucy the Elephant! Then swing by her gift shop for all things Lucy—and more elephant-themed goodies than you ever dreamed existed! 🌊🐘

This side-by-side never fails to move us. The top photo shows Lucy in the early 1970s—weathered and worn, just after her move to her current home. The bottom image is Lucy today—restored, radiant, and standing proud. She’s a testament to what love, dedication, and community can accomplish. Thanks to the tireless support of people like you, Lucy’s story didn’t end in decay—it became a legacy. And with your continued support, she’ll be here to inspire generations to come. ❤️🐘

🇺🇸 Today, we pause to remember.

On this Memorial Day, all of us at Lucy honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and love of freedom will never be forgotten.

May we hold their memory close and reflect on the true meaning of this day. 🐘

Lucy is ready for summer! ☀️🌊 Wishing everyone a fun and safe Memorial Day Weekend! 🐘

This gem of a photo was snapped circa late 1950s, when Elvis was on the radio, Coca Cola came in glass bottles (spot the truck!), and sunscreen was… optional. (Regrets were had.) Several decades later and two blocks south, Lucy’s still got it – minus the Packards in the parking lot. ✨🐘

Big thanks to Stephanie Farr and the Philadelphia Inquirer for this fantastic feature! Kitschy? Maybe. Iconic? Absolutely. 🐘✨

Link to article in the comments!

📣 BREAKING NEWS! We did it... AGAIN! Lucy the Elephant has officially been named America’s #1 Best Roadside Attraction by USA Today for the second year in a row. Thank you so much to everyone who shared about the contest and voted! ❤️ We couldn’t have done this without you. 🥇🐘

The Save Lucy Committee mourns the passing of our dear friend and dedicated employee, Kathy Tell. Kathy was the aunt of our board vice president, Jason Tell. She was a United States Air Force veteran who overcame so many obstacles throughout her life. She was brave and courageous and shared her love with so many. Rest in Peace Aunt Kathy.

We’re so excited! 🎉 Historian, author, and proud Lucy the Elephant board member Vicki Gold Levi is featured in the newest episode of the Emmy-nominated NJPBS series Here’s The Story! 🎥🌟

The episode, Miss Atlantic City, premieres tomorrow, May 14 at 8PM, and shines a spotlight on Vicki’s incredible Atlantic City legacy. 🌊☀️

Check your local PBS listings to tune in! Congratulations, Vicki! ❤️🐘

🌷🐘 Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Lucy! 🐘🌷

If Lucy had “moms,” they'd certainly be Josephine Harron and Sylvia Carpenter, the remarkable women who founded the Save Lucy Committee in 1970. When Lucy was facing demolition, they stepped in with love, determination, and a whole lot of fundraising magic to save her. ✨

Thanks to them, Lucy still stands tall and proud today. Let's celebrate all the moms, mother figures, and protectors who make this world a better place. ❤️🐘

Who needs a stairmaster when you can climb a six-story elephant?? 🐘 Lucy is now open seven days a week, so come on by, take a tour, snap a selfie, and say hi! 🌊☀️

One of the earliest photos of Lucy the Elephant, still under construction in 1881! A work in progress and a legend in the making! ✨🐘