Ocean City History
Then and Now, Recent Changes in Ocean City
By AnneMay 1, 20203 min read
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45th Street Village and the new Aloft Ocean City
The demolition of Assawoman Bay Brewery on 45th Street March 2017
Assawoman Bay Brewery at the 45th Street Village March 2017
The old 45th St Village, prior to the building of the new Aloft Ocean City, October 2017
Building of the new Aloft Ocean City begins, April 2017
Building continues at the Aloft Ocean City
The Aloft Ocean City March 2019
The Aloft Ocean City, April 2020
JR's Ribs and Denny's
The J/R's Ribs sign on 62nd Street, leaving Ocean City for good, October 2017
Finishing touches are added to Denny's, formally JR's, on 62nd Street, May 2018
Starbucks on 121st St
Construction begins on the new Starbucks 121st Street, October 2017
Building of Starbucks at 123rd Street continues
Starbucks on 121st Street, May 2018
Sea Scape Motel and the Hyatt Place Hotel
Hyatt Place lot (formally Sea Scape Motel) before construction
Construction begins at the Hyatt Place January 2017
Building continues at the new Hyatt Place October 2017
Hyatt Place March 2019
Hooper's Crab House
Big white tents in the parking lot of Hooper's Crab House August 2016
Gone are the white tents, replace by new stores at Hooper's, April 2020
Corner of Talbot and Baltimore Ave, Downtown Ocean City
November 2018, corner of Talbot and Baltimore Ave, known as the Perdue Building or the Taylor House, built around 1905.
Demolition of the Taylor house on the corner of Talbot and Baltimore Ave, due to the building's major structural issues, December 2018
Empty lot at the corner of Talbot Street and Baltimore Avenue April 2020. At this time there have been no plans submitted to the Town of Ocean City for any new building.
Planet Maze and Tru by Hilton
Demolition of Planet Maze, January 2019
Ground cleared for the new Tru by Hilton Hotel, 33rd Street, February 2019
Tru by Hilton, April 2020
The old Cropper concrete plant and the new Cambria Hotel
Building of the Cambria Hotel on the former Cropper concrete plant, March 2019
The new Cambria Hotel, March 2019, taken from the Rt 50 Bridge
The new Cambria Hotel, April 2020
About Anne
Anne, a native of Edinburgh, Scotland, discovered Ocean City over three decades ago and was so captivated by its charm that she decided to make it her permanent home. Her love for travel remains strong, but Ocean City holds a special place in her heart.
Anne's deep connection to the town is evident in her role as a seasoned writer for OceanCity.com, a position she's held since September 2014. Her frequent visits to local events, businesses, restaurants, and hotels have given her an insider's perspective, making her an invaluable resource for newcomers seeking the best experiences Ocean City has to offer.
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