Gadsby's Tavern Museum

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  • Address
    134 N Royal St, Old Town Alexandria
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  • Phone
    838 4242
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  • Transport
    bus: Old Town shuttle from King St Metro

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Once a real tavern (operated by John Gadsby from 1796 to 1808), this building now houses a museum demonstrating the prominent role of the tavern in 18th-century Alexandria. As the center of local political, business and social life, the tavern was frequented by everyone who was anybody, including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and the Marquis de Lafayette. The rooms are restored to their 18th-century appearance.