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Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop, Fredericksburg

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#2 of 10 in Museums in Fredericksburg
Historic Site · Hidden Gem · History Museum
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  • Amazing and the staff makes the museum experience unforgettable. I learned a lot about the use of herbs in colonial medicine. 
    Amazing and the staff makes the museum experience unforgettable. I learned a lot about the use of herbs in colonial medicine.  more »
  • Hugh Mercer was inspired by Washington to establish an Apothecary store in Fredericksburg which he did in early 1770s. This interesting tour allowed for understanding how pharmacy and medicine... 
    Hugh Mercer was inspired by Washington to establish an Apothecary store in Fredericksburg which he did in early 1770s. This interesting tour allowed for understanding how pharmacy and medicine...  more »
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  • This is a cute little shop right in the Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg. It’s a great chance to take a peek into the history of this town in a convenient location. The people that worked there were very sweet and informative. It’s not the most exciting experience for young kids, it mostly goes over their heads. But we had fun with the leeches! They explain different medical procedures and a lot of that involves blood and bleeding and somewhat unpleasant things, so keep that in mind if you’re bringing kids. Over all really cool information and a fun little thing to do with your favorite history buff.
  • Attended public reading and ceremonial signing of the Declaration of Independence. Well done...very appropriate for the day. Some parents brought young children...very nice to see.

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