Centerville, Delaware

The house where Buckley's Tavern stands today dates back to 1817 when it was originally built as a private residence.
At that time there was a blacksmith shop where the parking lot is now located and Kennett Pike was just a dirt road.
Stage coaches used to stop here; and the front porch, complete with rocking chairs, protected waiting passengers from the inclement weather.
On the front porch was a toll gate to collect tolls from those traveling to and from Wilmington.

In the 1930's, the house became a popular tap room and ice cream store.
In 1951, it was taken over by Dennis Buckley, who gave the tavern its current name.
Dennis was a congenial character who, along with his son Alyn, ran Buckley's until 1970 when it was sold to its present owners.

Buckleys has always been a favorite meeting place for all kinds of folks.
From world-renowned artists to professional athletes, from our everyday local clientele to travelers passing through.

Buckley's Tavern is a place where Rolls Royces rub wings with pick-up trucks in the parking lot!


This used to be one of my favorite watering holes back in my pre-wedded days!

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