Monmouth County - Farmingdale - Martha Washington at Allaire Village

Saturday, February 16 – Monmouth County Martha Washington at Allaire Village 2:00PM – 3:15 p.m. Tickets: $15 each     Lady Washington will be portrayed by Pat Jordan Join us to celebrate President's Day for a historical interpretation in the Allaire Chapel of Martha Washington, as she offers her insights into her life, memories & the man who became the First President of the United States. (Seating is Limited!) Plus the Village will be open for a Militia Demonstration, Interpretations in the Historical Buildings, Shopping at the General Store and MORE!     Although Martha Washington was never considered a beauty, the diminutive “Lady Washington” was known for her deep compassion and for her ability to listen and converse with interest and intelligence with people from all walks of life and in all social circumstances. Martha could dance a lively jig and enjoyed a rollicking reel. She ran Mount Vernon while “The General” was busy fighting the Revolution. And nothing delighted her more than the sound of children’s laughter, although her four children all died by age 27. This “most agreeable consort” partnered our First President, traveling great distances to be by his side to inspire her husband and the troops. And she bore great hardships apart from her husband, including long absences during the years of his Presidency. Martha compared her life with George to “two coals glowing in the fire.”     Like Martha Washington, Pat Jordan grew up on a family farm. And she could run the farm, too, with her training in business. Pat also shares the First Lady’s humor and wit. Both women share a flair for fashion, and each creates beauty with flowers, jewelry and a sincere appreciation for the gifts each person uniquely brings. And like Martha, Pat loves her husband madly. 4263 Atlantic Ave Farmingdale, New Jersey 07727; 732-919-3500; allairevillage.org