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Abingdon Historic District
335 Cummings Street • Abingdon, VA 24210
276-676-2282
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and featuring buildings dating from the 1700s, this 20 square block district includes the Fields-Penn 1860 House Museum, an 1870 restored railroad station, and dozens of great shops and galleries that cater to everyone. A self guided walking tour brochure is available at the Abingdon Convention & Visitors Bureau. mapFields Penn House Museum (circa 1860)
208 West Main Street • Abingdon, VA 24210
276-676-0216
Step back in time at this beautifully restored house museum where history comes alive and depicts the life of a prosperous family just prior to the Civil War. mapWhite's Mill (circa 1797)
12291 White's Mill Road • Abingdon, VA 24210
276-676-0285
A National and Virginia Historic Landmark, this grist and flour mill is one of the only water powered mills in existence in Southwest Virginia. Milling demonstrations and trout fishing in a well stocked pond are available and the site includes a blacksmith shop and a gift shop. map
Historical Society of Washington County
306 Depot Square • Abingdon, VA 24212
276-623-8337
Located in the Old Abingdon Train Station, this society is a leading center in the region for genealogical and historical research and they offer an extensive database for researching local and regional history, published genealogies, and family histories. more... map
Arts Depot
314 Depot Square • Abingdon, VA 24212
276-628-9091
Situated inside an 1890's freight station, this depot allows visitors to see artists' studios and watch painters, potters, weavers, and more in action. Changing exhibits are featured in two galleries and classes and performing arts are also available on site. more... mapMorgan-McClure Museum, The
26460 Newbanks Road • Abingdon, VA 24210
Located Adjacent to the Main Racing Facility
The Morgan-McClure Motorsports Race Team from the early years to the present is featured at this racing museum where visitors can see cars that roared into victory lane to win three Daytona 500s in the 1990s and also view wrecked editions from Talladega, Alabama, and Motegi, Japan. Other exhibits include a pictorial history of past drivers, past and present uniform displays, and a pit equipment display. mapWilliam King Regional Arts Center
415 Academy Drive • Abingdon, VA 24212
276-628-5005
An affiliate of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, this arts center houses several galleries with changing exhibits including multi-cultural traveling exhibits and artwork of internationally recognized contemporary artists. The center also includes studios and a museum store and holds classes, workshops, and lectures. more... map
Pinnacle Natural Area Preserve
252 West Main Street • Abingdon, VA 24210
276-676-5673
The Clinch River and Big Cedar Creek flow through this extraordinary landscape known as karst topography. The rugged terrain has sinkholes, caves, sinking streams and unusual rock formations. Public facilities include a suspension foot bridge and scenic hiking trails. more... mapWashington County Park
19482 County Park Road • Abingdon, VA 24210
276-676-6215
The whole family will enjoy this beautiful park that features a children's playground, picnic shelters, a swimming pool, a boat ramp, canoe access sites, and a snack bar. RV and tent camping sites are also available. map
Vineyards, Wineries & Breweries
Abingdon Vineyard & Winery
20530 Alvarado Road • Abingdon, VA 24211
276-623-1255
Situated on a 50 acre farm along the South Holston River, this farm winery offers wine tastings and winery tours during their open hours and features a small gift shop where you can purchase their award-winning wines and wine related items. more... mapWolf Creek Winery & Vineyards
21281 Lake Road • Abingdon, VA 24210
276-676-0980
Fine Virginia wines in a European manner are produced at this vineyard and winery which has an expanded line of white and red wines including Chardonnay, Ports, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Tours and tastings are offered. more... map
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