Jake the Alligator Man

Jake in his display case at Marsh's Free Museum in Long Beach, Washington
Marsh's Free Museum, where Jake is located

Jake the Alligator Man is an alleged half-man, half-alligator cryptid on display in apparently mummified condition at Marsh's Free Museum, a tourist trap located at 409 South Pacific Avenue in Long Beach, Washington. He was acquired by the Marshes for $750 in 1967 from an antique store.

His image was used by the Weekly World News on November 9, 1993 for front-page article, "Half-human, half-alligator discovered in Florida swamp."[1] The periodical subsequently reported on his escape from captivity, killing of a Miami man, and giving birth.

Jake has acquired a cult following in Northwestern popular culture. His 75th birthday party is held annually[2] in early August on the peninsula, and features events such as a bachelor party, car show, bridal contest, and live music.[3][4][5] Bumper stickers featuring the oddity can be commonly seen throughout Washington and Oregon.

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References

  1. ↑ McGuire, Mickey (November 9, 1993). "Half-human, half-alligator discovered in Florida swamp". Weekly World News. 15 (6). Naples, Fla. pp. 8–9. Retrieved 2 April 2013.
  2. ↑ "Jake the Alligator Man celebrates 75th birthday ... again - Our CoastOur Coast". www.discoverourcoast.com. Retrieved 2016-08-25.
  3. ↑ "Join Us - Jake the Alligator Man". Jake the Alligator Man. Retrieved 2016-08-25.
  4. ↑ "Jake the Alligator Man's Birthday & Car Show". Retrieved 2016-08-25.
  5. ↑ "Annual Jake the Alligator Man 75th Birthday Party & Car Show - KING5 Best Northwest Escapes". nwescapes.cityvoter.com. Retrieved 2016-08-25.

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