For Immediate Release:
November 14, 2025

County Commissioners announce
award from Preservation New Jersey

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is excited to announce that the County has received a 2025 Preservation Project Award for the rehabilitation of the Historic Racing Stable in Thompson Park, Lincroft.

“My fellow Commissioners and I are thrilled that the rehabilitation of the Historic Racing Stables was chosen for this year’s award from Preservation New Jersey,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “Preservation New Jersey annually recognizes organizations and individuals who have contributed in significant ways to the preservation of New Jersey’s rich history, and we are proud of the Park System for receiving this well-deserved honor!”

“The Historic Racing Stable, circa 1880, is one of the largest and finest stables built during New Jersey’s Golden Age of thoroughbred racing,” said Commissioner Ross F. Licitra, liaison to the Monmouth County Park System. “The building recently underwent a preservation project in which the entire two-story, timber-framed structure was restored and rehabilitated. The barn is now open to the public on a seasonal basis, so we encourage everyone to see this incredible piece of Monmouth County history.”

The Preservation New Jersey award was presented to representatives of the Monmouth County Park System on Nov. 6 in Trenton.

According to their website, Preservation New Jersey was founded in 1978, and is a statewide member-supported non-profit historic preservation organization. The organization promotes the economic vitality, sustainability, and heritage of New Jersey’s diverse communities through advocacy and education.

To learn more about the Monmouth County Park System, go to monmouthcountyparks.com.

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