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Munroe Tavern

1332 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420
781 862 1703
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Ranked #5 of 7 attractions in Lexington
Type: Historic Sites
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- 10 Jan 2013
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Lexington, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

One of several historical houses in the area. This one is a little outside of town but easy to get to. It presents the British side of the story more so than that if the colonists, but it does have some Colonial artifacts to try to balance the story. It was also another site that was visited by GEORGE and... More

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LHSOC, Front Office Manager at Munroe Tavern, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Thank you for visiting the Munroe Tavern. We are very happy to hear that you had an enjoyable experience. More

San Jose, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 October 2012

The volunteers put you back in time to mid-April,1775 and the beginning of the Revolutionary War. In costume they animately describe the events of the days that led up to "The Shot Heard Around the World." Did it happen in Lexington or Concord?

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Andover, Kansas, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2012

This historic location was used as a field hospital by the British. Our guide shared many facts in understanding what was going on. This also is where President George Washington stopped and ate. See the famous "Washington Chair" Wonderful!

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Lexington, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2012

When will you ever be able in your life and where be able to see a lock of George Washington's hair?? It's here. The tavern gives the British story of the day of the battle of Lexington as well as tavern life. The site is a little way out of the center of Lexington. You could walk but if you... More

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Temecula
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 July 2012

There were 2 historically dressed young adults who have posed for countless photos with great aplomb. After a brief video, you are escorted through the tavern that the British used on the retreat from Concord. You will also see the items touched and sat in by George Washington on his tour through the area. A nice tour. Call ahead to... More

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Los Angeles
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2011

Enjoyed the Munroe Tavern. Especially seeing where George Washington hung out and all the other things related to the father of our country. If you have time to stop, you should!

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LHSOC, Front Office Manager at Munroe Tavern, responded to this review
29 November 2011

We are so glad that you enjoyed your visit to the Munroe Tavern. We also are very proud of our "George Washington" room and the artifacts we have from his visit to Lexington. We hope to see you again if you plan another trip to Lexington. More

Crestline, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2011

A great tour and wonderful historical artifacts, including items from George Washington's visit.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2011 via mobile

Remember that feeling as a kid, when you had your imagination switched to full throttle, when something from history is brought to life by a truly great story-teller......well i have that.....just now....... after visiting Munroe Tavern. This feeling, so rare in later years, as you learn to question what you hear. Being a history graduate makes that feeling of being... More

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LHSOC, Front Office Manager at Munroe Tavern, responded to this review
29 November 2011

We are so glad you enjoyed your visit to Munroe Tavern. Most of the staff here at the Lexington Historical Society have had that feeling at some point in their lives after taking a great tour led by an extremely informative tour guide so we all know the importance of this. We are so glad to hear that Mr. John... More

Richmond Hill, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2011

We visited all 3 houses, the Buckman Tavern, the Hancock clarke house and the Munroe Tavern on July 14, which we did last. Our guide was an older gentleman who was absolutely fascinating. The tavern itself isn't much to speak of, but we spent an hour listening to this gentleman do the tour and he was amazing. Even my 5... More

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Franklin, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 July 2010

As part of a 3-house ticket we visited the Munroe Tavern this weekend. Last year we toured the Buckman Tavern and eventually we will see the Hancock-Clarke House. From the outside it appears the Tavern is under renovation, but inside everything seems fine. We had our own personal tour as no other tourists were there at the time. Our tour... More

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