The Brown's Tavern
May 11, 2002
Front View

This is Rockport's first tavern where many distinguished guests were entertained during the early 1800's.

Abraham Lincoln gave a speech at Brown's Tavern in October, 1844. He was campaigning for Henry Clay, Whig presidental candidate. The tavern's original site was at the east end of Main Street.

Front View

Front View

 

Back View

Back View

 

Back View

Back View

Inside View

Inside View of small room taken April, 2009.

Inside View

Inside View of large room taken April, 2009.

Inside View

Inside View of large room taken April, 2009.