This is Rockport's first tavern where many distinguished guests were entertained during the early 1800's.

Abraham Lincoln gave a speech at Brown's Tavern in October, 1844. He was campaigning for Henry Clay, Whig presidental candidate. The tavern's original site was at the east end of Main Street.

Front Left View

Back Right View

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The inside of the Brown's Tavern includes a table made from tree logs and 9 point deer antlers.

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Text on Back: Rockport Tavern, built 1832, where Abraham Lincoln, a Clay Elector, was a guest in 1844. Sponsored by the business and professional Women's Club of Rockport, Oct. 28, 1926.