Drive & Discover Abingdon, VA
Drive & Discover Abingdon, VA
The land, architecture and people are of authentic Appalachian, Colonial, and Frontier roots. Abingdon was a meeting and trading point for Native Americans, the last outpost on the Western frontier, and an essential colonial settlement. The atmosphere tingles with history: imagine Daniel Boone exploring Wolf Hills, pioneers traveling the Great Road across the Blue Ridge Mountains, and Civil War soldiers on the grounds of the elegant Martha Washington.
Abingdon played a role in helping our young nation gain independence. Citizen militia “Overmountain Men” gathered at The Abingdon Muster Grounds in 1789 to begin a two-week, 330-mile march to join in defeating the British at Kings Mountain, South Carolina, a turning point in the Revolutionary War.
Abingdon is also rich in folklore and legends that add a mystical layer to its historic allure. Tales of frontier spirits and ghostly apparitions are woven into the fabric of the town, captivating visitors’ imaginations. The famous Barter Theatre, once a place where actors bartered their performances for food, is said to be haunted by the spirits of past performers, adding an eerie charm to its historic stage.
Things to DO! Shops
VIRGINA CREEPER TRAIL Love & Light Shop
BARTER THEATRE (Holiday Shows) Zephyr Antiques
Where to STAY Chellas on Main
Martha Washington Inn The Gifting
A Tailor’s Lodging Abingdon General Store
Blacks Fort Inn The Book Celler
Great Eats
Jack’s 158 Pecan
The Girl and the Raven
Mamma Mia
The Tavern
