Rodgers Tavern, Hotel in den Vereinigten Staaten
Rodgers Tavern is a historic building in Perryville, Maryland, that once served as a lodging house and tavern near the Susquehanna River ferry site. The stone and wooden structure displays 18th-century architecture and is now protected as part of the National Register of Historic Places.
The building was constructed in the early colonial period and played an important role on the Old Post Road connecting Philadelphia to Annapolis. George Washington mentioned the taverns at this location in a 1797 letter, noting their value to travelers crossing the river.
Rodgers Tavern was once a gathering place where travelers and locals exchanged stories and news, making it central to early American social life. The simple wooden structure and traditional design reflect how taverns served as meeting points for the communities they served.
The site is accessible with parking and picnic areas nearby, plus interpretive exhibits on the grounds explaining the history. Visitors can explore the area independently or join guided tours to learn more about life during earlier times.
The site at the Susquehanna River mouth was once a crucial ferry crossing where travelers, goods, and ideas moved between Philadelphia and Annapolis. The location also connects to larger national historic trails including the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route and the Star-Spangled Banner Trail.
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