Perryville was founded by Edward Palmer in 1622 when he was granted a patent for a settlement on what is now Garrett Island. Perryville served as a staging area for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War.
Built in the early 18th century, the Rodgers Tavern was known as the Ferry House or Stevenson's Tavern and was located next to a ferry established in 1695. Because of the Tavern's strategic location and the owner's patriotic tendencies, it was a favorite place for such Revolutionary figures as George Washington, Lafayette, and Rochambeau.
Hours:
May 1 to October 31: 1pm-4pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
The purpose of the Perryville Railway Museum is to honor the railroad men of Perryville. Exhibits include railroad pictures and memorabilia from different time periods of Perryville history, a model train layout showing how the tracks for both Norfolk Southern and Amtrak run through Perryville.