Russell Tavern
Butler Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania
Marker Inscription
The original building in which George Washington lodged in October, 1794, while engaged in quelling the Whiskey Rebellion is standing just west within view of this point.
Erected by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission
The Story
In October 1794 President George Washington rode west at the head of nearly 13,000 militiamen to put down the Whiskey Rebellion, an armed revolt against the federal excise tax on distilled spirits. On the march he lodged at Russell Tavern, whose original building still stood within sight of this spot. It was the only time a sitting president personally led troops in the field.
Why it matters
The Whiskey Rebellion was the young federal government's first great test of its power to tax and keep order, and Washington's response established that federal law would be enforced.
Plan your visit
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Museums & culture
- National Apple Museum2.6 mi away
- Beyond the Battle Museum3.6 mi away · 625 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg, PA
- Adams County Historical Society3.6 mi away · 625 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg, PA
- Thompson House - Lee's HQ4.0 mi away
- Seminary Ridge Museum, Gettysburg4.2 mi away · 61 Seminary Ridge Avenue, Gettysburg
- Ticket to the Past - Unforgettable Journeys4.2 mi away · 35 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA
Attractions
- John Eisenhower Bridge6.6 mi away · Waterworks Road
- Sachs Covered Bridge6.7 mi away
- Sachs Covered Bridge6.7 mi away · Waterworks Road, Gettysburg, PA
Food & drink
- CJ's Takeout & Late Nite Bites4.1 mi away · 150 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA
- Mason Dixon Distillery4.2 mi away · 331 East Water Street, Gettysburg, PA
- Tacos Monarca4.2 mi away · 11 West Railroad Street, Gettysburg, PA
- Lincoln Diner4.2 mi away · 32 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA
- Kazue4.3 mi away · 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA
- Waldo's & Company4.3 mi away · 17 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA
Places to stay
- The Inn at Herr Ridge B&B3.6 mi away · 900 Chambersburg Road, Gettysburg, PA
- Glatfelter Lodge4.0 mi away · PA
- Hampton Gettysburg4.1 mi away · 1280 York Road, Gettysburg, PA
- Americas Best Value Inn4.2 mi away · 983 York Road, Gettysburg, PA
- Hilton Garden Inn4.2 mi away · 1061 York Road, Gettysburg, PA
- Days Inn4.2 mi away · 865 York Road, Gettysburg, PA
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Related people
- · George Washington
Related events
- · Whiskey Rebellion
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