8. The ’76 House
Also known as ”The Old ’76 House” it was opened in 1754 and it’s located in Tappan, New York.
It was used by the patriots as a meeting place during the American Revolutionary War. It was also used as a location for several movies and TV shows such as ”The Sopranos” and ”Stepmom”.
It’s considered a historic place and it contributes to the Tappan Historic District.
It was bought in the 1980s by Rob Norden and nowadays managed by his son. The family made several adjustments and new additions to the place since it was in such a poor state when they purchased it.
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WOW – this is fascinating. Keeping on my ‘travel bucket list’ emails.
Lucky enough to have been to 3. Would personally also add Beechman arms if Rhinebeck NY to the list though the inn itself, like the wayside Inn in MA are mire spectacular tan even the wonderful food.
It is amazing that these landmarks have been preserved! How precious is our history. We have one here in Natchez called Kings Tavern. It has a history to match the Natchez Trace, with weary travelers stopping there. At present it is up for sale, and it is so sad to see it just sit there. We are a tourist town, and no one has picked up the challenge to save it.
None in the South. The yankee barbarians burned them all down.
While in Boston years ago, we ate at the oyster bar. It was really great as I just love our American history, so much of which has been lost.
What about the WASHINGTON INN & HOTEL in Princess Anne Md? It was constructed early 1800’s. Legend has it that George Washington walked those floors. Martha Custis Washington had relatives a few miles south of Princess Anne, the legend fits.