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134 N. Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
United States
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Discover Alexandria's five-star hotel of the 18th century. Gadsby's Tavern Museum was a political, business, and social center in Alexandria and the new federal city of Washington, D.C.
See first-hand how the rapid evolution of hospitality transformed dining, lodging, labor, and entertainment by exploring the c. 1785 tavern, 1792 City Tavern and Hotel, and historic ice well.
John Gadsby propelled the buildings to fame, managing operations with his enslaved staff. Everyone from the Founding Fathers to everyday travelers came to eat, drink, sleep, and influence history.
Be a part of this journey and make history.
...MOREDiscover Alexandria's five-star hotel of the 18th century. Gadsby's Tavern Museum was a political, business, and social center in Alexandria and the new federal city of Washington, D.C.
See first-hand how the rapid evolution of hospitality transformed dining, lodging, labor, and entertainment by exploring the c. 1785 tavern, 1792 City Tavern and Hotel, and historic ice well.
John Gadsby propelled the buildings to fame, managing operations with his enslaved staff. Everyone from the Founding Fathers to everyday travelers came to eat, drink, sleep, and influence history.
Be a part of this journey and make history.
Open: Year-Round; Closed on: Wednesday
Hours: Closed Today. Opens Sat
1:00pm - 4:00pm
1:00pm - 5:00pm
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Closed
11:00am - 4:00pm
11:00am - 4:00pm
11:00am - 5:00pm
Cost: Less than $25
Payment: Cash, MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover, Debit
Discounts: Groups, AAA Members, Military
Access: Wheelchair, Public Transportation, Service Animals, Bicycle
Parking: Street, Bus
Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Kids Activities, Wi-fi, Gift Shop
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum has a lot of stairs, however there are places to sit and rest in almost every room. Plus pick up a fun family scavenger hunt – just ask at the front desk. Every child receives a prize at the end.
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum is one of eight museums that are part of the Office of Historic Alexandria. From a fort to firehouse, apothecary to archaeology - visit them all to learn about the city’s centuries of history!
Don’t miss visiting the ice well at the corner of Royal and Cameron Streets. An important historic feature, it provided the tavern with a ready supply of ice to cool beverages or help make the new dessert of the day, ice cream.
George, Tom, and Gilbert partied here! Washington celebrated his birthday in 1798 and 1799, Jefferson his inaugural dinner in 1801, and the marquee de Lafayette during his Farewell Tour in 1824.
Gadsby in the Big Apple? The orginial ballroom woodwork is actually at the MET in NYC. They purchased it in 1917 and installed it in the American Wing where you can still see it today.
Taverns hosted all kinds of entertainment, including Toby, the Wonderful PIG of knowledge! Take your picture with Toby during your visit.
Discover Alexandria's five-star hotel of the 18th century. Gadsby's Tavern Museum was a political, business, and social center in Alexandria and the new federal city of Washington, D.C.
See first-hand how the rapid evolution of hospitality transformed dining, lodging, labor, and entertainment by exploring the c. 1785 tavern, 1792 City Tavern and Hotel, and historic ice well.
John Gadsby propelled the buildings to fame, managing operations with his enslaved staff. Everyone from the Founding Fathers to everyday travelers came to eat, drink, sleep, and influence history.
Be a part of this journey and make history.
Open: Year-Round; Closed on: Wednesday
Hours:
Closed Today. Opens Sat
1:00pm -
4:00pm
1:00pm -
5:00pm
1:00pm -
5:00pm
Closed
11:00am -
4:00pm
11:00am -
4:00pm
11:00am -
5:00pm
Cost: Less than $25
Payment: Cash, MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover, Debit
Discounts: Groups, AAA Members, Military
Access: Wheelchair, Public Transportation, Service Animals, Bicycle
Parking: Street, Bus
Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Kids Activities, Wi-fi, Gift Shop
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum has a lot of stairs, however there are places to sit and rest in almost every room. Plus pick up a fun family scavenger hunt – just ask at the front desk. Every child receives a prize at the end.
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum is one of eight museums that are part of the Office of Historic Alexandria. From a fort to firehouse, apothecary to archaeology - visit them all to learn about the city’s centuries of history!
Don’t miss visiting the ice well at the corner of Royal and Cameron Streets. An important historic feature, it provided the tavern with a ready supply of ice to cool beverages or help make the new dessert of the day, ice cream.
Fun FactsGeorge, Tom, and Gilbert partied here! Washington celebrated his birthday in 1798 and 1799, Jefferson his inaugural dinner in 1801, and the marquee de Lafayette during his Farewell Tour in 1824.
Gadsby in the Big Apple? The orginial ballroom woodwork is actually at the MET in NYC. They purchased it in 1917 and installed it in the American Wing where you can still see it today.
Taverns hosted all kinds of entertainment, including Toby, the Wonderful PIG of knowledge! Take your picture with Toby during your visit.
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