Golden Plough Tavern, historic tavern in Pennsylvania, United States
The Golden Plough Tavern is a commercial building from 1741 on West Market Street in York, Pennsylvania. It features timber framing with stone and mud filling between the logs, topped with traditional wooden shingles, and includes a distinctive roof structure called a liegender stuhl typical of European construction.
Martin Eichelberger built the structure in 1741 as a family home before it became a tavern. It served as an important stop for travelers and soldiers during the American Revolution when the Second Continental Congress met in York.
The tavern stands on West Market Street, which follows an old Native American trail. Its German-influenced timber framing and wooden shingle roof reflect the building traditions of settlers who shaped the region's character.
The building is part of the York County History Center Colonial Complex and is open from April through November. Guided tours run several times daily and are designed for families and school groups of all ages.
The phrase 'bar and grill' originated in colonial taverns from the physical spaces themselves: the 'bar' was a railing separating drinks, and the 'grill' was the small window used to dispense alcohol safely at night. This tavern retains architectural remnants of these practical features.
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