What better way for three Virginia girls to spend Mother's Day? Michie Tavern, located just down the road from Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, was the choice for our Mother's Day celebration because of its location between Richmond and Staunton. My mom, sister, and I are Virginia natives (as well as my husband, step-dad, and niece). Brother-in-law was born in Colorado but my sister got him to Virginia as fast as she could!
Old Virginia ... we're soaked in history, much of it surrounding the beginning of our country. Going to Michie Tavern was being in Mr. Jefferson's neighborhood ... and spending a Sunday in the company of a Founding Father is a Sunday well spent, in my opinion.
We loved our table in the corner near the window ... perfect for a big family gathering!
Michie Tavern, ca. 1784, is a Virginia historic landmark that was originally established by Scotsman William Michie (pronounced "Micky"). The rustic tavern setting offers a hearty buffet of friend chicken, baked chicken, BBQ, cole slaw, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, black eyed peas, stewed tomatoes, biscuits, and cornbread. Desserts were offered, too.
We were the first table to be seated. Before long, this entire room was full of families and laughter.
With pewter plates and tin cups, the atmosphere was set as we toasted Mr. Jefferson with out tin cups of drinks of choice, and proceeded to eat, drink, and be merry!
We took advantage of the free tour of the tavern and other specials for Mother's Day.
Upstairs bedroom at the tavern.
Dining room of the old tavern.
This weapon was used by one of the Michies during the Revolutionary War, then by another in the War of 1812, and yet another during the Civil War.
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