ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS 
Originally known as Portland Poynt, Atlantic Highlands is located on the north shore of Sandy Hook. It was part of Middletown until 1887 when it was incorporated as a separate entity. In the 1880s, the community hosted a renowned Methodist camp meeting site. In the 1990s, the Central Railroad of Jersey built a 2,400 foot pier that allowed passengers to transfer to steamers for a one-hour ride across Raritan Bay to New York City . Although it is more of a residential and less of a tourist community than many of its neighboring villages, there are more than 700 boats harbored off the shores of Atlantic Highlands.
Today, the Manhattan skyline is seen from its ridges and bayside. The creation of the municipal harbor took place from 1938 through 1940. This harbor was built with municipal, state, and federal funds. It is the largest on the East Coast, home to 715 craft including the SeaStreak high-speed ferry service to New York City which was introduced in 1992.
This upscale historic village, nestled among the rolling hills on the bayshore, is able to provide visitors with all the necessary amenities. Within walking distance of State Route 36 or the large sheltered marina, visitors will find first class restaurants, a 5-plex cinema and live stage theaters, retail, gift, boutique and collectible stores.
Education 
Students in public school for kindergarten through sixth grade attend Atlantic Highlands Elementary School. For grades 7-12, public school students attend Henry Hudson Regional High School.
The district serves a total enrollment of 465 students. Many students also atten Ranney School in nearby Tinton Falls, which is a K-12 preparatory school.
Entertainment
The Count Basie Theatre, a 1926 historic theatre, is located in the heart of downtown Red Bank, New Jersety . Just minutes from the ocean, Red Bank is a beautiful and charming town built on the banks of the Navesink River . The Count Basie Theatre alone draws over 130,000 people annually, in addition to the thousands who flock to Red Bank's annual film and music festivals. There are numerous art galleries, antique shops, retail stores, restaurants, and parks in this small hamlet on the Jersey Shore.
Monmouth Park Race Track has a rich heritage of thoroughbred racing. Spend the day enjoying a picnic, music, free activities and more.
Recreation
Atlantic Highlands maintains an excellent parks system for the pleasure and use of its residents.
The legendary Jersey Shore attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year who enjoy the surf, sand, sun, the endless water activities, the fabled boardwalks and all the attractions that make a trip "down the Shore" a more than worthwhile and fun experience.
The Atlantic Highlands Recreation Committee (AHRC) is made up of community members who volunteer to organize and run town events and sports& recreation programs held throughout the year.
Created in 1960, the Monmouth County Park System has more than 30 parks, forests, gardens, wetland/marine habitats, historic sites, recreation areas, and conservation properties totaling over 14,000 acres.
There are a number of fishing and party boats available for a fun day out on the sea. Sightseeing Cruises can be booked on the Atlantic Highlands Princess.
The Park System offers quality county golf facilities and varied recreational opportunities. With five Championship courses, two 18-hole executive courses, and a nine-hole par three course, Park System golf courses are able to accommodate golfers of all skill levels.
Transportation 
Cruise your way to Lower and Midtown Manhattan on board one of SeaStreak’s luxurious catamarans. SeaStreak provides daily year-round ferry services from Atlantic Highlands, Highlands and to Pier 11 Wall Street and East 35 Street. Providing service to Port Authority and Wall STreet is Academy Bus.
Museums
The Monmouth Museum was founded in 1963 as a "A Museum of Ideas". After ten years of temporary homes, the Museum moved into its own 12,000 square foot facility in 1973 on the campus of Brookdale Community College, built entirely with donated funds. The purpose of the Monmouth Museum is to promote and support activities, which enhance the understanding and appreciation of cultural, scientific and artistic endeavors. The Museum operates a facility devoted to accessible art exhibitions and educational programs that express original, provocative ideas and concepts relevant to the enhancement in the quality of life of the diverse New Jersey community it serves.
The Monmouth County Historical Association(MCHA) collects, preserves, and interprets its extensive museum, library, and archival collections that relate to Monmouth County history and cultural and makes these resources available to the widest possible audience.
MCHA promotes the study and appreciation of regional and national history through educational programming, publications, special exhibits, and research services. MCHA also preserves and interprets five significant historic sites which represents the County’s vanishing architectural heritage.
The monthly programs of the Historical Society bring speakers who explore and interpret the past of the town, region and nation, and bring it to life with facts, stories, graphics and discussion.
Hospitals
Riverview Medical Center is a 476-bed acute care community hospital located in Red Bank serving the region since 1928.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center is a leading hospital in the region serving patients across Central and Southern New Jersey for more than a century. As a university teaching hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of specialized services for heart, women's health, cancer, children, stroke, surgery, trauma and much more. They are committed to improving the health of the community and advancing medicine through clinical care, teaching and research.
Monmouth Medical Center is one of New Jersey 's largest community teaching hospitals. Located in Long Branch , they are dedicated to academic excellence, clinical competence, and comprehensive and compassionate patient care.
Local News
Local Atlantic Highlands news can be found in the Atlantic Herald Newspaper.
Links
Atlantic Highlands Municipal website
Atlantic Highlands Chamber of Commerce
SeaStreak high-speed ferry service to NYC
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