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Walker Tavern
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National Register of Historic Places

Walker Tavern

Also known as Cambridge State Historical Park

Cambridge Township’s first place on the National RegisterListed Jan 25, 1971; only 33 of Michigan’s 1,942 listings are older
Listed 1971Cambridge Township
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Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.

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About Walker Tavern

Walker Tavern, at 11710 US 12, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jan 25, 1971: the first place in Cambridge Township to be listed. Only 33 of Michigan’s 1,942 listings are older. The Register lists it for its transportation, at the state level. The listing covers 60 acres.

What it isBuilding in Michigan, United States. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 12 MB · National Archives↗
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Make it a walk: 3 landmarks in about 15 minutes

11710 US 12, Cambridge Township · about 0.5 miles on foot, as the crow flies

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  1. 1Walker TavernStart here
  2. 2Walker's, S., HotelGreek Revival · 0.2 mi on
  3. 3Saint Michael and All Angels' Episcopal Church and Cambridge Township CemeteryGothic Revival · 0.3 mi on

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Questions about Walker Tavern

Is Walker Tavern on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Jan 25, 1971 (Register number 71000404).

Is Walker Tavern a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Michigan has 37 National Historic Landmarks.

Can you visit Walker Tavern?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Where can I read the history of Walker Tavern?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 12 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 25339918 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.