The Spirit of the Jerseys State History Fair offers an opportunity for Girl Scouts to earn a special patch for Allaire Village. It is up to the Scout to work with her parent, leader or group chaparone to ensure the requirements are met.

Information on patch requirements and application forms will be available at the fair. Allaire Village, Inc. requests a $2.50 fee for the patch and shipping.

Family Living Skills (Juniors)

5          Speak with guides at the Mansion and learn how chores have changed

United We Stand (Juniors)

8          Visit Allaire: Allaire Village is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the New Jersey Register of Historic Places

9          Play games or help with chores from the 19th century

American Patriot Interest Award (Cadettes)

Skill Builders
2          Visit Allaire: Allaire Village is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the New Jersey Register of Historic Places

3          Participate in a program on Native American Indians from central New Jersey.

Career Exploration
1          Learn about jobs that were available in the 17000s an 1800. Visit the Village Baker or meet with Rev. Tanser.

3          Government employers are well represented at the Fair: see genealogists from the State Archive, meet with a variety of people who work in the states historic sites and parks.

Wave the Flag Try-its (Brownies)

5          Participate in a program on Native American Indians from central New Jersey and learn about who lived here in the past.

Computer Smarts Try-its (Brownies)

6          See the Genealogical Society of NJ & the NJ State Archives use computers and the internet in genealogical research.