Lafayette in Madison County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Red Brick Tavern
The Historic National Road in Ohio
— A Presidential Wayside —
Photographed By Rev. Ronald Irick, July 5, 2016
1. Red Brick Tavern Marker
The Red Brick Tavern is a classic roadside inn and tavern from the heyday of the National Road.
Constructed between 1836 and 1837, it was in operation when the road was completed in front of the building. Brick used in the building was made from local clay, and wood used for the interior trim came from Zanesville. The main section of the building faced the highway with a narrower wing extending back along a side street, giving it a reversed “L” appearance. The first floor housed the dining room and kitchen with twelve rooms on the second floor for overnight travelers. Four rooms were on the private third floor.
Over the years the Red Brick Tavern was a popular place for travelers along the Historic National Road. The tavern hosted six Presidents of the United States.
Erected 2010 by William E. & Jan C. Hill.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the The Historic National Road series list.
Location.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Anderson House (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Molly Caren Agricultural Center (approx. 2.2 miles away); Alder Cabin (approx. 3.6 miles away); London High School Veterans Memorial (approx. 4.1 miles away); First United Methodist Church (approx. 4.2 miles away); War Savings Stamps (approx. 4.2 miles away); First White Settlers of Madison County (approx. 4.2 miles away); Madison County World War Roll of Honor (approx. 4.2 miles away).
Additional keywords. Old National Road
Photographed By Rev. Ronald Irick, July 5, 2016
2. Red Brick Tavern Marker
Full view of marker, in garden area, west of the tavern
Photographed By Rev. Ronald Irick, July 5, 2016
3. Red Brick Tavern Marker
Marker at a distance, with the tavern in the background, the Old National Road runs in front.
Photographed By Rev. Ronald Irick, July 5, 2016
4. Red Brick Tavern
The tavern,1933 picture on the marker
Photographed By Rev. Ronald Irick, July 5, 2016
5. Red Brick Tavern Marker
Presidents who stayed in the inn
Photographed By Rev. Ronald Irick, July 5, 2016
6. Red Brick Tavern Marker
Presidents who stayed in the inn
Photographed By Rev. Ronald Irick, July 5, 2016
7. Red Brick Tavern Marker
The tavern sign
Credits. This page was last revised on September 8, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 2, 2016, by Rev. Ronald Irick of West Liberty, Ohio. This page has been viewed 1,476 times since then and 883 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on August 2, 2016, by Rev. Ronald Irick of West Liberty, Ohio. 7. submitted on August 17, 2016, by Rev. Ronald Irick of West Liberty, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
