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Site of Aiken Tavern

This tree marks the site of the
AIKEN TAVERN
Where
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
Was a guest in August 1854

The tree donated by Mrs. Wm. C. Gibbs, planted by the Monday Club in 1912
This stone from the Aiken Tavern Foundation

  • Placed by the Literature and Civics Department of the Winchester Womens Club
  • 1923
  • S. Walnut St., between sidewalk and parking lot, east side of courthouse, Winchester,
  • Photo(s): Jim Kuntz

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#1 Jim Kuntz 2012-02-16 11:58
The tree no longer exists, neither does the tavern.
 
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