The Crilley Estate, Cape May, NJ

This impressionist-style painting is a heartfelt reflection of childhood summers spent in Cape May, NJ, visiting my grandmother each August. Painted in 1988, it captures the Crilley Mansion as it stood then — full of quiet beauty and faded grandeur. Mary Crilley, the last remaining family member in the home, couldn’t maintain the vast estate, but its character and presence left a lasting impression. This piece preserves a moment in time, rich with personal memory and Cape May history — now available as a fine art print to bring that nostalgic charm into your space.