Museum Lecture: Uncovering the Hidden History of the Diving Horses

Join us for a look into the fact and fiction surrounding those who originated and operated the iconic Atlantic City Steel Pier diving horse act from 1929 to 1978.  Cynthia Branigan, author of a recently released memoir, “The Last Diving Horse in America: Rescuing Gamal and Other Animals, Lessons in Living and Loving,” details her relationship with 28-year-old Gamal, the last diving horse, and blends her personal journey with a slice of New Jersey and American history.  

Location:  Tennis Building, 250 39th Street