Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Atlantic City Announces a True “Eye-Popping” Addition to its Boardwalk Museum

Atlantic City, NJ (July 12, 2011) – The phrase “You won’t believe your eyes” will have a whole new meaning to visitors of the Atlantic City boardwalk as Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, the quirky boardwalk attraction known for its odd artifacts and unbelievable exhibits announces the addition of a local “eye-popping” phenomenon. 

Jalisa Thompson, a resident of Atlantic City who has been featured in various Ripley’s Believe It or Not! books, videos and advertisements, will be wowing guests with her unique talent at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Atlantic City museum throughout the summer. 

Eye-Popping Jalisa

“I was amazed the first time I saw Jalisa pop her eyes out,” said Chris Connelly, General Manager of Ripley’s boardwalk museum.  “It’s not something that you ever get tired of seeing.  You really cannot believe that you are witnessing someone pop their eyes right out of their sockets!”   Mr. Connelly went on to say that “Jalisa will be working at the museum three to four days per week through the summer, with special performances scheduled for July 13 and 14.”

According to museum officials, the performances on July 13 and 14 will occur every hour on the hour between noon and 5 pm.  Spectators and fans will have a first-hand opportunity to see Ms. Thompson perform her unusual talent live and she will be available in between shows for photo opportunities.

Media Contacts:

Chris Connelly, Manager
1441 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ
609-347-2001 office
609-703-8694 cell

About Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Atlantic City

 Located on the world famous Atlantic City boardwalk, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!’s collection of over 400 oddities and curiosities are displayed in 14 separate galleries, spanning over 12,000 square feet.  From a lock of George Washington’s hair to a genuine shrunken human head, Ripley’s invites guests to experience the bizarre and unusual inside the museum.  Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Atlantic City is open 365 days a year.  For further information visit www.ripleys.com/atlanticcity.

About Ripley Entertainment

Ripley Entertainment Inc. http://www.ripley.com, keepers of the venerable Ripley’s Believe It or Not! brand, is a global leader in location-based entertainment, entertaining more than 12 million annually at its over 80 attractions in 11 countries.  In addition to its 32 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions, best-selling books and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in 42 countries.  Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the third-largest privately held company in Canada.