The Red Lion Inn on Duke of Gloucester Street in Colonial Williamsburg is a beautiful brick structure with a wall surrounding its garden area. Its sign is neatly nestled in the branches of a live oak tree. Although it was one of the first "publick houses" in Williamsburg, unfortunately, its distance from the capitol made it less than profitable during colonial times. Historical research reveals it likely had a billiard room at the rear at one time and, due to litigation, in the 18th century, drawings and other information about the property are available.
It is a private residence and not open to the public.
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Classic building. Nice to see the sign is still there despite being a private residence. Great photos as always.
Such a grand, regal building! Nice to catch up on your blog again this morning!
I just found your blog via Lavender Cottage to you....I was born in Hampton in l949 and graduated from York High at Yorktown on Rt 17 in l966! I have been to all these places you show. In fact - as a child it was all FREE and even through high school. After that..change of course. My parents and 2 sisters live in Gloucester. My one sister graduated from W & M and teaches middle school at Peasley in Gloucester.
Just ran across your blog.It stirs our hearts.Just got back last month.Visit number 41 or plus.Check our blog. Simple and Southern blog spot .com We live in a Williamsburg home.
you site is beautiful.
Apparently, Francis Sharp(e), my oldest confirmed ancestor owned and operated the tavern in the early 1700s. I have not been able to find out who his father was or where he came from. Thanks for the pictures of the tavern!
My wife and I have purchased a house whose facade is a meticulous reproduction of the Red Lion Inn. Built in 1970, all the interior paint and wall coverings are authentic, but are skewed greatly to 1970 decorating preferences (think gold...everywhere). Is there a record of the original color choices?
My wife, Paula Sharpe, is a descendent of Francis and John Sharp. Gonna have to visit and raise a tankard.
My wife, Paula Sharpe, is also a descendent, and looking for that info too.
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I too, am a descendant of Francis sharpe. Loved visiting colonial Williamsburg..
Francis Sharpe is my 7th g grandfather .I am trying to find who his parents were. I am descended from his second wife Elizabeth Fitchett. Liz Galbreath Broadfoot
Francis Sharpe is my 7th great grandfather and Rowland Jones, the first rector of Bruton Parish, is my 8th great grandfather. I am visiting Williamsburg for the first time next month and am so excited!
Our home in Knoxville, TN is a replica of this building. You can find it online to see photos. 5328 Hickory Hollow Rd
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