7th Annual Gadsby's Tavern Dog Contest

In the 18th century dogs were highly valuable companions. Helpful in hunting and guarding, they were even frequently traded as a form of currency. For the seventh year Gadsby's Tavern Museum Society will honor another tavern tradition and celebrate our four-legged friends. Your prized pup could win you several great prizes and go on to represent Gadsby’s Tavern Museum Society for 2014-2015 in Alexandria events like the Scottish Christmas Walk and the George Washington Birthday Parade. The $35 entry fee also pays for a one-year family membership in GTMS. No special talents required. All participating dogs should be good with people and crowds, able to play with others, well-groomed and well-mannered. More information and registration is available on the Gadsby’s Tavern website www.gadsbystavernmuseum.us. Watchers welcome when we start the judging at 2:00 on Market Square. Come enjoy some canine camaraderie and help uphold another Alexandria tradition!