An evening at Soule's Tavern

An evening at Soule's Tavern Experience the days of Jane Austen in the finest inn in southwest Virginia - Sumptuous dining, elegant dance, and stories of life in Abingdon in the 1800s.

From 1803-1835, Soule's Tavern served as a civic and cultural center for the growing town of Abingdon. One of five taverns in town, Soule's Tavern was considered the finest, hosting elegant balls, sumptuous dining and even had a resident dance master to teach the latest steps! Innkeeper Rufus Soule and his wife Jane were known for their hospitality, hosting civic gatherings, town meetings and dign

itaries such as Col. Andrew Jackson. An evening at Soule's Tavern is a living history dinner theater intended to bring history to life through dining, dance and stories of life in Abingdon in early 1800's .

Sterrett's Ordinary was right across the street from Soule's Tavern on Main Street.
02/04/2022

Sterrett's Ordinary was right across the street from Soule's Tavern on Main Street.

Presentation featuring African Americans with connections to Washington County. Elijah Staggers and Garrett Jackson

Enjoy a bite of history at Sunday brunch at the oldest tavern in Abingdon!
09/20/2020

Enjoy a bite of history at Sunday brunch at the oldest tavern in Abingdon!

Sunday morning should start with a crisp 55° for brunch! We will have our fireplaces going in every dining room and heaters on the balcony. If you prefer the courtyard, you might want to bring a sweater! 🍁🍂
We still have some spots available 276-628-1118
Brunch hours are 10:30-1:30

01/15/2020

Alcohol, bars, and innovation have a storied relationship. Whether it’s the infamous Pet Rock, which Gary Dahl conceived while drinking with friends, or

Rufus and Janie Soule operated 'the finest establishment in southwest Virginia' from 1803-1835. On staff at Soule's Tave...
11/12/2019

Rufus and Janie Soule operated 'the finest establishment in southwest Virginia' from 1803-1835. On staff at Soule's Tavern was a full-time dance master who taught the latest country dances with an Appalachian twist.

As part of a living history tour of Abingdon and Southwest Virginia, guests enjoyed an afternoon ball with Rufus and Janie Soule at the Southwest Virginia Cultural Center.

Before an afternoon of music and dance, our guests from Georgia took a spin around the track at Bristol Motor Speedway!
11/11/2019

Before an afternoon of music and dance, our guests from Georgia took a spin around the track at Bristol Motor Speedway!

Rufus Soule serving as tour guide for a group from Georgia having a visit to the Bristol Motor Speedway.

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06/18/2019

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The day after the Senate followed the House of Representatives in voting to declare war against Great Britain, President James Madison signs the declaration

10/13/2017

Tune in to WCYB, channel 5 at NOON for an interview with Rufus Soule.

10/04/2017

Virginia has been for lovers for more than 200 years!

An Evening at Soule's Tavern is a living history dinner theater bringing history to life through dining, dance and stories of life in Abingdon in early 1800's.

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214 Park Place SE #5
Abingdon, VA
24214

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+14109788701

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