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Allaire Village

Allaire Village is a history museum in Farmingdale, New Jersey. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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What is Allaire Village?

Allaire Village is a living history museum located within New Jersey's Allaire State Park in Wall Township, Monmouth County, New Jersey. The property was initially an Indian ceremonial ground prior to 1650, by 1750 a sawmill had been established on the property by Issac Palmer. The village was later established as a bog iron furnace originally known as Williamsburg Forge 'Monmouth Furnace' was then renamed the Howell Works by Benjamin B. Howell. In 1822, it was then purchased by philanthropist James P. Allaire, who endeavoured to turn into a self-contained community. The wood burning furnace business collapsed in 1846 and the village closed. During its height, the town supported about 500 people. Following his death, the property passed through a number of family members before being used by the Boy Scouts who started to restore the buildings for use as a summer camp. Losing the lease, the property then passed to the State of New Jersey. Allaire Village and its existing buildings are now operated by a non-profit organization - Allaire Village, Inc. Historic interpreters work using period tools and equipment in the blacksmith, tinsmith, and carpentry shops, while the old bakery sells cookies, and general store serves as a museum gift-shop styled store. The church building is frequently used for weddings. The village relies heavily on volunteers to provide historical interpretation and to model historic crafts for the visitors. The site is also host to community events such as community band concerts, antique sales, weekly flea markets and square dance competitions.

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Museum details

Name
Allaire Village
Type
History Museum
City
Farmingdale
State
New Jersey
IMLS Museum ID
8403400189
Coordinates
40.15838, -74.12193
What kind of museum is Allaire Village?

Allaire Village is classified as a history museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more history museums →

Where is Allaire Village located?

Allaire Village is located in Farmingdale, New Jersey at approximately 40.15838, -74.12193. See the map above.

Does Allaire Village have a website?

The IMLS record for Allaire Village does not list a website.

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