Old City in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Tun
Est. 1693
One of the earliest taverns in Colonial Philadelphia, Tun Tavern stood for nearly 100 years and was a witness to some of the most significant events in American history. Frequent patrons included Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, John Adams and probably "Blackbeard" the Pirate!
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Industry & Commerce • Military. A significant historical year for this entry is 1772.
Location. 39° 56.955′ N, 75° 8.627′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Old City. It is at the intersection of South 2nd Street and Black Horse Alley, on the left when traveling south on South 2nd Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 308 Black Horse Alley, Philadelphia PA 19106, United States of America. Touch for directions.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A National Historic Site in Journalism (within shouting distance of this marker); The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Benjamin Franklin (about 300 feet away); Union Fire Company, (about 400 feet away); Robert Aitken (1734-1802) (about 400 feet away); Charles Brockden Brown (about 400 feet away); Grindstone Alley (about 400 feet away); Branch Office of the State Bank of Camden, N.J. (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Philadelphia.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 27, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 27, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
