Port Royal in Montgomery County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
Inn & Tavern
Before 1820 - 1985
Photographed by Tom Bosse, October 2, 2026
1. Inn & Tavern Marker
This building is one of the most thoroughly documented commercial structures in Port Royal. It was built sometime prior to 1820 and was possibly connected to the tobacco market as an inspector's office. By the 1840s it was operated as an Inn and Tavern to accommodate travelers along the Nashville Highway. After the Civil War, it became a general store and was operated by several different merchants. In the 20th century, it was primarily a private residence for the Redfern and Sanford families. The building was torn down in 1985.
Erected by Port Royal State Historic Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1820.
Location. 36° 33.246′ N, 87° 8.481′ W. Marker is in Port Royal, Tennessee, in Montgomery County. It can be reached from the intersection of Port Royal Road (Tennessee Route 238) and Old Clarksville Hwy, on the right when traveling north. Marker is located at the Port Royal State Historic Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3300 Old Clarksville Hwy, Adams TN
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Regionally, this marker is in Middle Tennessee and in the Highland Rim. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Upper South. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Doctor's Office & General Store (a few steps from this marker); Benevolent Treasure (a few steps from this marker); Legacy of the Enslaved (a few steps from this marker); The Town of Port Royal (a few steps from this marker); The Enslaved at Port Royal (a few steps from this marker); Blacksmith Shop & Warehouse (a few steps from this marker); Stores of Port Royal (a few steps from this marker); General Store (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Port Royal.
Also see . . . Port Royal State Park. (Submitted on October 31, 2026, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee.)
Photographed by Tom Bosse, October 2, 2026
2. Inn & Tavern Marker
Photographed by Tom Bosse, October 2, 2026
3. Remains of Inn & Tavern
Credits. This page was last revised on November 4, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 31, 2026, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 3 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 31, 2026, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
