Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop — Attraction in Fredericksburg

Although this is a tiny house, there's a lot of great info inside. The ladies truly enjoy sharing their knowledge and did a great job interacting with the public. Lots of info on herbal preparations, and in fact 75% are still in use today! With admission you learn about the herbs, medical care hundreds of years ago, view 4 rooms of the house, see live medical leeches, and there's even a beautiful garden around back. Front door knob is a little low and awkward to use, and there are a couple steps to get inside the front door and several steep stairs to view the second floor. Nice book available to purchase for only $5. Worth the visit, the history, the interaction, and...

My family and I did a historical sweep of Virginia, Monticello, Mount Vernon, Stratford Hall, etc... HM's Apothecary Shop was one of my most favorite little tours. The doctor's assistants were delightful in their play and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. If in Fredericksburg, do drop in and enjoy it for yourself. As a side note, Hugh Mercer is an extraordinary historical figure that isn't as well known as others such as the Marquis de Lafayette but nonetheless extraordinary. From Culloden Battlefield in Scotland to Pennsylvania where he meets none other than George Washington himself to becoming a revolutionary war hero. Don't miss this fantastic slice of...

Great role players in this apothecary. The woman explaining how the doctor does his medical care was spot on. She included the visitors in her talk with questions. The young lady role player explains all of the doctor's medicines did an awesome job! She again engaged & included visitors in her explanations about the different treatments. We got to go upstairs to see 2 little rooms. One was used fir pondering men's wigs & another was a bedroom. A room on the first floor had lots of info about the Mercer family and Doctor Metcer during the Revolutionary War. Paintings, original signed letters & documents! Well...