(Pictured L-R)
Judith Francis, Executive Director, The Society of St. George, Philadelphia
Pat Dailey, USMC, President and Founder, The Tun Legacy Foundation
Robert Brink, The Tun Legacy Foundation Board Chair and Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Free and Accepted Masons
Lieutenant General Calvert. L., Worth, Jr.
Major General James E. Livingston
Kenneth Leith, Past President, The St. Andrew’s Society of Philadelphia
Theresa Murtagh, President, Friendly Sons & Daughters of St. Patrick
Photo credit: Nichole Hignett (True to Life Photography)

The Tun, constructed in Philadelphia in 1693 (and standing until 1781), is the founding place of the United States Marine Corps (1775), and the birthplace of Freemasonry in Pennsylvania (1731) and the first documented lodge in North America. It is also the founding place of the St. Andrew’s Society (1747), and the early meeting place of the Society of St. George (1772) and The Friendly Sounds & Daughters of St. Patrick (1771). The historic tavern is purportedly the place where John Adams and the Naval Committee met and drafted documents that outline the structure for what became the United States Navy (1775). Once rebuilt, The Tun Legacy Foundation will donate all proceeds from operations of The Tun™ in perpetuity to veteran charities and charities associated with the other heritage organizations.

Our Mission:  To rebuild and re-establish The Tun™ as it was, a functioning mariner’s gathering place reminiscent of colonial Philadelphia, serving period-influenced refreshments, food, and entertainment and offering an educational experience through exhibits, historical documents, and special events. All profits from operations of The Tun™ will be donated in perpetuity to support veteran causes, Masonic charities, educational scholarships, and qualified charities as determined by The Tun Legacy Foundation’s independent Board of Directors.