Historic Homes in Lexington
Buckman Tavern
Photo by Haley Jensen
Buckman Tavern is located next to the Lexington Battle Green. It was one of Lexington's busiest taverns in the 1770's because of its central location to the church, and its location on the road to the market. On the morning of April 19, 1775 the minutemen lead by John Parker gathered here to wait for the arrival of the British Troops.
Hancock-Clarke House
Photo by Haley Jensen
The Hancock Clark House was built in 1737 within walking distance to the Lexington Green. It was the home of Reverend John Hancock and Reverend Jonas Clarke. Both of these men were Reverend's in Lexington. On April 18, 1775, the day before the battle of Lexington, Reverend Hancock's grandson, John Hancock, and Samuel Adams were staying at the house. Both of there men were leaders in the uprising against the British and went on to help form The United States once the Revolutionary War had ended. Paul Revere warned these two men on his midnight ride that the British were coming because he fear the two important leaders might be captured.
Munroe Tavern
Photo by Haley Jensen
Munroe Tavern is one mile away from the Lexington Green. On April 19, 1775 the tavern was the base for unwanted guests, the British troops led by Brigadier General Earl Percy. During the time the British were at the Tavern, the dinning room became a temporary field hospital. William Munroe, who the tavern is named after, was serving with the town minutemen while the enemy forced stayed in his tavern.
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