Social Studies Field Trips

Gadsby's Tavern Museum

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC

NAME: Gadsby's Tavern Museum
STREET: 134 N. Royal St.
CITY: Alexandria	STATE: VA	ZIP: 22314	COUNTY: Alexandria
PHONE: 703-838-4242		FEES: Adults, $3. Students (11 - 17), $1. Children (under 11), free.
HOURS AND DAYS: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm. Sunday, 1 - 5 pm.

GRADES: 5	UNITS: 13 Colonies
CONTACT: Jenny MacIntosh	PHONE: 703-838-4242
TYPE: Museum	FEES: $1 per student; first 5 chaperones free, additional adults, $4.
DAYS: T W Th F (or by special request)	HOURS: 10 am - noon (or by special request)
LUNCH: Picnic in market square across the street or at waterfront, 3 blocks away.
GROUP SIZE: 25 or one class; larger groups can be divided. On adult per 15 students.
HANDICAPPED ACCESS: First floor only.
LENGTH OF TOUR: 45 - 50 minutes

DESCRIPTION: The museum was originally one tavern and one hotel dating from 1770 and 1792. Today the museum interprets public life in the 18th century. It includes a tap room, ice well, sleeping rooms, and 2 ballrooms. In one of these, George Washington held his birthday dances. Students role play activities and use primary sources such as 18th century newspapers ads. Book months in advance. May be combined with tour of Lyceum and Carlyle House. Can also book tour through Doorways to Old Virginia, a tour company (703-548-0100).

RESOURCES

• Pamphlet provides historical background.

• MCPS Activity Plan For This Field Trip Site

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  Internet Sites

  • Gadbsy's Tavern Museum