Fraunces Tavern Museum

Established in 1719, Fraunces Tavern was the site of initial meetings of the Chamber of Commerce and Sons of Liberty in 1768. It is also where George Washington bade farewell to his officers in 1783.

Inside the museum , try and find the relics of George Washington on display, including a lock of his hair, one of his teeth (a real one, not a wooden one), and a splinter chipped from his coffin!

The 18th-century pub where sailors and patriots once got drunk is no longer—it was restored in the early 1900s—but this restaurant and museum is chock-full of history. Read more

The exhibition was fantastic. There is a wealth of material regarding the Revolutionary War period. The exhibits were real, and there were some beautiful images as well .

After changing hands and purposes countless times, this site can be a handful to preserve and maintain in a constantly changing city . Exec. director Jessica Baldwin Phillips explains what it's like... Read more

Small but really informative museum that is as historic as it comes with American history. Totally worth it.

The site of George Washington 's farewell to his officers in 1783 is Manhattan's oldest surviving structure . Fraunces Tavern is New York's only museum dedicated to American Revolutionary War history. Read more

One of the oldest restaurants in the country ! Great for live music and a dose of history.

Built in 1719, Fraunces Tavern is one of the last surviving buildings from early New York. It played a significant role in pre and post-Revolutionary activities.

Spend your President's Day at Fraunces Tavern Museum for only $1 admission ! Check out MetroFocus for other discounted admission days offered by museums throughout the city Read more

You can check out George Washington 's teeth and hair at the site where he said farewell to his troops.

Both British officers and the Sons of Liberty were regulars at Fraunces Tavern during the American Revolution . Closeted patriot owner Samuel Fraunces would later become Washington's steward.

In 1776, a soldier named Thomas Hickey attempted to assassinate George Washington , who was staying at Fraunces Tavern at the time. Let's be glad he failed! Learn more at the MoAF at 48 Wall St Read more

Constructed in 1719 of yellow brick imported from Holland. Originally named the Queen's Head tavern in an open jab at the British monarchy during the Revolution. Learn more about the site via our blog Read more

Some places we go to should be museums ....this one is. George Washington gave his resignation speech to his soldiers here!!! Stop in and drink in the same place as our nations founder!!!

Built in 1671, Fraunces Tavern had quite a roll in the American Revolution , and is thought to be the oldest surviving building in Manhattan.

THIRTEEN members receive 2-for-1 admission to this museum , where George Washington said farewell to his officers at the close of the America Revolution.

Be sure to see the Flash of Color exhibit : on display are over 200 flags owned by the Sons of the Revolution. Read more

Try the slider sampler (chix, cheese burger & crab cake ) at the bar ... It's like sex in 3 little portions

This is a pretty fast museum to get through, but take a guided tour if you can. Avoid the restaurant , it's pricey and not very good food wise

One of the oldest restaurants in the country !

One of the oldest restaurants in the country !

Have time to drink here. 7 rooms 200 whiskey , brews...

I might sound uncultured, but for $7 each it wasn't all that impressive...just stick to the bar downstairs

Check out the whisky fest 2013 specials

Great oysters

$7 normal admission .

$4 admission with student ID.

Enjoyed it!