Danville in Boyle County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

Grayson’s Tavern

Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 4, 2018

1. Grayson’s Tavern Marker

Inscription. Grayson’s Tavern, circa 1785, was owned and operated by Benjamin Grayson as the first tavern in Danville. The political club of Danville, formed in 1786, met here frequently to discuss issues which formed the framework of the Kentucky Constitution.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1785.

Location. 37° 38.682′ N, 84° 46.194′ W. Marker is in Danville, Kentucky, in Boyle County. Marker can be reached from East Walnut Street. Marker in Constitution Square. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 105 East Walnut Street, Danville KY 40422, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Grayson's Tavern (a few steps from this marker); Brick Schoolhouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Log Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Jail (within shouting distance of this marker); Watts-Bell House (within shouting distance of this marker); Meeting House (within shouting distance of this marker); Fisher’s Row (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Danville.

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Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 4, 2018

2. Grayson’s Tavern Marker

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Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 4, 2018

3. Grayson’s Tavern

Credits. This page was last revised on August 16, 2018. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2018, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 207 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 14, 2018, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.