Williamsburg, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

King’s Arms Tavern

Reconstructed

— Colonial Williamsburg —

King’s Arms Tavern Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, June 23, 2023

1. King’s Arms Tavern Marker

Inscription. Highly successful tavern keeper Jane Vobe began operating here in 1772. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Nelson and other Revolutionary leaders were among her clients.

Erected by The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Settlements & Settlers • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1772.

Location. 37° 16.279′ N, 76° 41.738′ W. Marker is in Williamsburg, Virginia. Marker is on East Duke of Gloucester Street east of South Botetourt Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 416 E Duke of Gloucester St, Williamsburg VA 23185, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Alexander Purdie House (here, next to this marker); King’s Arms Barber Shop (a few steps from this marker); Charlton House (a few steps from this marker); The Raleigh Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); John Carter’s Store (within shouting distance of this marker); John Coke Office (within shouting distance of this marker); The Golden Ball (within shouting distance of this marker); Margaret Hunter Shop (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Williamsburg.

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King’s Arms Tavern. (Submitted on June 28, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

King’s Arms Tavern image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Brandon D Cross

2. King’s Arms Tavern

Credits. This page was last revised on July 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 28, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 74 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 28, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.