At 12:34 AM 9/25/97 -0400, you wrote:
>I am investigating a mid- to late-eighteenth century Tavern/Inn
>archaeological site in the Hudson River Valley of New York.  I am looking for
>references, and current research from similar site types during the same
>period.  The information does not have to be restricted to the Hudson Valley.
>
>
 
Two 18th century taverns have been archaeologically investigated in
Connecticut. The following manuscript reports are included in the
Connecticut Historic Preservation collection at the Special Collections
Library at the University of Connecticut (Storrs).  Contact Ms. Tara Hurt
(phone: 860-486-5406)for cost of photocopying:
 
Gradie, Robert R.
1987  Archaeology at Viets Tavern.  Ms., Connecticut Historical Commission.
UCONN CHPC #402.
 
Archaeological Research Specialists
1997  Phase I Archaeological Survey of Alden Tavern Site, Lebanon,
Connecticut. Ms., ARS.  UCONN CHPC #705.
 
Also, Conn. SHPO is currently reviewing a draft National Register nomination
for the Alden Tavern, based upon the Phase I survey & additional archival
research. A copy can be forwarded, if requested.
 
Dave Poirier
Staff Archaeologist
Conn. SHPO