Allaire Village, posthumously named in honor of James P. Allaire, represents a significant chapter in America’s industrial growth from the War of 1812 to the Civil War. It typifies the struggle of one man seeking his fortune in business only to spend the next day paying for the last one. The site today stands as a testimony to historic preservation and adaptation for leisure time activities. Ownership of these 3000 acres passed first to Arthur Brisbane and then to the State of New Jersey, Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Parks and Forestry. Today, the village is operated by the State of New Jersey in conjunction with Allaire Village Inc., a non-profit organization.
