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Mackenzie Museum and Library

African-American history of New JerseyHistoric house museums in New JerseyHowell Township, New JerseyMuseums in Monmouth County, New JerseyUse mdy dates from March 2025

The Mackenzie Museum and Library is a historic home and museum located in Howell Township, New Jersey. The property is notable for its connection to Captain William Prickitt (1839–1929), an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War who commanded Company G of the 25th United States Colored Infantry Regiment, part of the United States Colored Troops (USCT).

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Mackenzie Museum and Library
Lakewood Farmingdale Road,

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Lakewood Farmingdale Road 427
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New Jersey, United States
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Allaire Village
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 site is also host to community events such as community band concerts, antique sales, weekly flea markets and square dance competitions.