Rumsey TavernRumsey TavernShepherdstown, WV

A Historic Tavern · Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Rumsey Tavern is built around a simple idea: great food, genuine hospitality, and a place where people actually enjoy spending time. Located in the heart of Shepherdstown, we bring together culinary experience, local roots, business leadership, and a strong commitment to community, welcoming rather than formal, polished without being pretentious.

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Town chartered

1787

First steamboat

300

Guest capacity

Candlelit table by tall windows in the dining room of Rumsey Tavern, a historic tavern in Shepherdstown
A chef spooning pan sauce over a plated dish in the tavern kitchen
Morning mist over the Potomac River where James Rumsey ran the first steamboat

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The first steamboat

Rumsey Tavern is a restaurant, bar and event venue in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, owned by Tanya McClung, Josh Prichard and Courtney Turpack since April 15, 2026. It takes its name from James Rumsey, who gave the first public demonstration of a working steamboat here in 1787, in the oldest town in West Virginia, chartered in 1762.

1762Shepherdstown chartered on the Potomac
1787Rumsey's steamboat runs against the current
TodayThat same restless spirit, plated nightly

On April 15, 2026, Tanya, Josh and Courtney began their next chapter together at Rumsey Tavern, three different strengths, one shared vision.

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Partner · 01

Tanya McClung

Local Roots. Proven Leadership.

Tanya McClung's story is deeply connected to the Eastern Panhandle. Her career spans landscaping (Rocky Ridge Garden Center), roughly ten years managing ROCS Convenience Stores for Roach Energy Corporation (including opening the Pikeside and Route 45 Moler Avenue locations), over 15 years in residential construction (2010–2026), and a year running Goodfellas Pizza in 2012. Today she brings that experience to Rumsey Tavern through operations, guest experience, property improvements, design, and events.

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Josh Prichard

The Culinary Talent Behind Rumsey Tavern

Josh Prichard has cooked for celebrities, high-profile guests, private clients, major events, and even at the White House. He spent roughly eight years touring with the Zac Brown Band, including a stint as Zac Brown's private chef, an experience that demanded creativity, consistency and adaptability. His approach draws from multiple cuisines and techniques to create food that's approachable, memorable, and full of flavor, incorporating fresh herbs and seasonal produce grown specifically for Rumsey Tavern. In the kitchen, owner and chef Josh works alongside Chef Richie.

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Courtney Turpack

People. Business. Community.

Courtney is an engineer by night and a foodie by day, bringing more than 15 years of Human Resources experience to Rumsey Tavern. She is passionate about creating meaningful connections within the community and especially enjoys working with local organizations on philanthropy, charity events, and special causes.

Outside of the Tavern, Courtney is the proud owner of two puppies, Coco and Shadow, and an accomplished concert pianist. She brings the same creativity, energy, and attention to detail to Rumsey Tavern that she has carried throughout her professional and musical career.

“Business can build a livelihood. Community and generosity build a legacy.” · Courtney

Together, under one roof.

Owner and chef Josh Prichard, with Chef Richie, brings culinary talent and decades of diverse food experience. Tanya brings local roots, operational experience, and business-building know-how. Courtney brings people, strategy, technology and communications. Together, those strengths create a place where exceptional food and genuine hospitality exist without unnecessary formality, where a wedding one weekend, a community fundraiser the next, and Sunday football all feel like they belong under the same roof.

Our Mission

Memorable food, genuine hospitality

To create memorable food and experiences through exceptional hospitality, fresh ingredients, genuine relationships, and a commitment to the community we call home. We strive to provide great food at a reasonable price in an environment that is welcoming, energetic, relaxed, and inclusive.

Our Vision · A Historic Tavern in Shepherdstown

The Eastern Panhandle’s table

To make Rumsey Tavern one of the Eastern Panhandle’s most welcoming destinations for dining, celebrations, events, entertainment, and community.

Eight promises that shape every plate, shift, and gathering.

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Hospitality

Every guest should feel welcomed, appreciated, and comfortable.

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Quality

Evident in our ingredients, preparation, service, and guest experience.

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People

Respect, communication, accountability, development, and opportunity for our team.

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Community

We participate, contribute, and give back whenever possible.

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Freshness

Fresh ingredients and local growing whenever practical.

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Value

Great food and hospitality should not require an unreasonable price tag.

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Fun

Energy, personality, laughter, and entertainment.

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Integrity

Doing business responsibly and standing behind what we do.

Hearty burgers, crispy wings, signature sandwiches and flavorful appetizers, made with quality ingredients, herbs from our own garden, and cooked to order.

Overhead spread of smash burger, buffalo wings, crab dip and truffle fries at Rumsey Tavern

Smashed & seared

Patties pressed to order on a flat top, never pre-formed.

Chesapeake roots

Lump crab, Old Bay and remoulade, the way Maryland taught us.

From our garden to your table

Depending on the season, our garden may provide basil, thyme, rosemary, sage, chives, leafy greens, vegetables, and other ingredients used by our kitchen. Freshly picked herbs transform a dish.

Ask us anything

Special dietary accommodations on request.

Rumsey Tavern is committed to supporting charitable organizations, community events, local causes, schools, nonprofit organizations, fundraising efforts, and the people who make the Eastern Panhandle special, from Shepherd University students to longtime Shepherdstown families gathering for a casual dinner, game day, or a celebration in one of our private event rooms.

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Event spaces

300

Guest capacity

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Trivia night

Guests laughing at the bar while a bartender pours a cocktail at Rumsey Tavern
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