There will be a $5/car parking fee to the State Park;
Admission to the event is free and there is a charge to enter the historic buildings.

Allaire Village, Inc. presents an 1830s Temperance Rally at Historic Allaire Village in Allaire State Park on . This special event focuses on the villagers of the Howell Iron Works Company of the 1830s in their crusade against the evils of “Demon Rum” and immoderation and features a Ladies' Temperance Tea and Social to celebrate the advantages of sobriety. The admission to the event is free but there is a charge to enter the historic buildings.

The Temperance movement grew up with the Industrial Revolution. Increasing use of machines for manufacturing led to a greater concern for competent, and sober, workers in the nation's factories. But the movement, whose original purpose as to shape and more responsible society through moderation of life's pleasures, soon grew many branches and encompassed many other social causes. The fight to rid the land of the dangers of alcohol was becoming more prominent and women began to play a greater role in the crusade by the 1830s.

Our event begins with a meeting and rally of the Howell Works Temperance Society in the Historic Village and will feature inspiring speeches rallying against the horrors of “Demon Rum” and the taking of the Temperance oath by the villagers and visitors alike. Visitors are also welcome to participate in 19th century games and amusements with the villagers. The Bakery and General Store will be open for shopping and refreshments.

Allaire Village Incorporated is licensed by the State of New Jersey to operate the 40-acre Historic Village at Allaire, site of James P. Allaire's Howell Iron Works Company in the 1830s. Allaire Village Incorporated receives no regular state funding towards the educational programming presented throughout the year, but is entirely supported through private donations, membership fees, patronage of our retail stores, and fund-raising events.

The Historic Village at Allaire is located within Allaire State Park at 4265 Atlantic Avenue/Route 524, in Farmingdale, Monmouth County , New Jersey . The Historic Village at Allaire is easily accessible from the Garden State Parkway , off exit 98, and off exit 31B of Interstate 195.

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