Allaire Village

Allaire Village is a restored craft and industrial community with 13 historic buildings including workshops, residences, and a chapel spread across 23 acres. The site sits within a state park and recreates how people lived and worked during the 1800s.

The village was founded in 1822 as a factory town producing iron goods and steam engine parts for shipment to New York City. It represents how specialized industrial communities were organized and operated during the 1800s.

The village features working craftspeople in period clothing who demonstrate traditional trades within their original workshop spaces. Visitors can observe blacksmithing, hearth cooking, carpentry, and metalwork as they were practiced during the 1800s.

The grounds are easily explored on foot with clear paths connecting the various buildings throughout the property. Wear comfortable walking shoes since terrain is uneven and trails pass through grass and dirt areas.

The blacksmith shop was among the largest in America during the 1830s and continues producing tools and equipment for the village today. This working space remains active, keeping alive a craft that has largely disappeared from modern life.

Location: Wall Township

Inception: February 1, 1957

Website: https://allairevillage.org

GPS coordinates: 40.15717,-74.12594

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:44