New Jersey Exhibit Opens Celebrating Springsteen Born To Run 50th Anniversary

To mark the 50th anniversary of Bruce Springsteen's iconic album "Born to Run," the Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center in New Jersey has opened a special exhibit celebrating Springsteen's formative years in the city where he wrote the album. The exhibition, created in collaboration with Monmouth University and the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music, features rare photos, memorabilia including a green drum set from his early band Earth, and a replica of the guitar from the album cover. It also highlights Springsteen's connection to West End, Long Branch in the 1970s, showcasing how local culture influenced his music. Visitors receive vintage-style Long Branch postcards to share personal memories, which will be archived for future display. The exhibit runs through November with free admission and includes special events like an open mic night and storytelling sessions. This celebration not only honors the album's commercial and artistic success but also Springsteen's deep ties to the New Jersey shore community.