The Palace Amusements in Asbury Park has allegedly been condemned by the City of Asbury Park and could be torn down within the week The building which more than any other has become a symbol of Asbury Park and the musical era which created Bruce Springsteen, Little Steven, Southside Johnny and others, is in danger of being torn down. The building has long been in a sad shape, and there's little doubt that without some serious renovation, it would sooner or later have fallen apart by itself. Still, it's a big shame that no one has wanted to put money in a renovation. In the early Nineties there were rumors that Michael Jackson, of all people, would create a museum for himself in the building, but thank God that wasn't to be. Unfortunately, no one has offered to turn the place into a Bruce Springsteen museum either, so it seems that the Palace Amusements will follow the same destiny as the Ferris Wheel and other Asbury Park sights. So even though there is no official confirmation that the building will be torn down immediately, it may be a good idea to go see it now one last time.

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