Rockville in Montgomery County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Hungerford Tavern
West Jefferson and South Washington Street
— Rockville's African American Heritage Walking Tour —
Photographed By Tom Fuchs, June 19, 2010
1. Hungerford Tavern Marker
Hungerford Tavern was most likely operated by the tavern owner's African American slaves. African American slaves traveling with their masters were expected to care for them if they became too rowdy or drunk at taverns.
A meeting place for tobacco planters and lawyers to socialize and conduct business, the tavern was a center of social activity. When the travelers stayed overnight, their slaves could exchange news of family members and relatives with the tavern owner's slaves. While the tavern served as the courthouse, a small jail was attached to the building. Slaves caught trying to escape were held here awaiting punishment and return to bondage.
Erected by City of Rockville, Historic District Commission, Department of Community Planning and Development Services. (Marker Number 5.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Maryland, Rockville's African American Heritage Walking Tour series list.
Location. This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby. It was located near 39° 4.995′ N, 77° 9.181′ W. Marker was
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Rockville (a few steps from this marker); Hungerford Tavern / Susan Russell House (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Hungerford Tavern (a few steps from this marker); Lamar House (a few steps from this marker); Hungerford Tavern Site (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Hungerford Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. James Anderson House (within shouting distance of this marker); Adam Robb's Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rockville.
Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker. This marker has been replaced with the linked marker.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 5, 2021. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2010, by Tom Fuchs of Greenbelt, Maryland. This page has been viewed 1,162 times since then and 14 times this year. Last updated on June 19, 2011, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. Photo 1. submitted on June 22, 2010, by Tom Fuchs of Greenbelt, Maryland. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
