| Got some time to spend in Alexandria Virginia? If you | | | | performances. Overall it was a major center of political |
| do then you have many choices of attractions to | | | | and social life in early Alexandria, Virginia. Some of the |
| choose from. One popular destination is the Gadsby's | | | | famous people who have been to it include George |
| Tavern Museum. It is a place where you can step | | | | Washington, John Adams and James Madison. Quite a |
| back in time and see how life was in the past. | | | | notable crew. It has such a rich history that it is a must |
| Interested? Keep reading this article and learn a little | | | | see for any history buff. Tours are given regularly and |
| more about this place. | | | | last only about thirty minutes. This makes it a great |
| The Gadsby's Tavern Museum is a property consisting | | | | place to find a quick yet interesting attraction. |
| of two different buildings. There is a tavern which was | | | | If you would like to visit the museum while you are in |
| built first and a hotel built a few years later. They were | | | | Alexandria you can find it at 134 North Royal Street. |
| named after an Englishman named John Gadsby. The | | | | For more information or to check on current hours and |
| tavern was built around 1785 and the hotel was built | | | | special events you can call the information line at |
| around 1792. The tavern itself has a rich history having | | | | 703-838-4242. I hope you go and have a good time. |
| been home to dance assemblies, theatre and music | | | | |