Hungerford Tavern - Rockville, MD
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bluesnote
N 39° 04.994 W 077° 09.184
18S E 313772 N 4328220
One of many historical markers in downtown Rockville, Maryland. It was here where slaves secretly traded information about family members in an attempt to gain information to escape slavery.
Waymark Code: WM13V06
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 02/19/2021
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The sign says, "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 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 returned to bondage."
Open to the public?: Public
Name of organization who placed the marker: City of Rockville
Address: Not listed
Web site: Not listed
Site Details: Not listed
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