The Abingdon Tavern

The Haunted Historic Abingdon Tavern Abingdon Virginia


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Abingdon Virginia Fining Dining Restaurants

222 East Main Street
Abingdon, Virginia 24210
Table Reservations: (276) 628-1118
Ghost Tour Reservations: (423) 743-9255

The Abingdon Tavern

Haunted Abingdon Tavern Historic Restaurant & Bar
The Tavern, the oldest of Abingdon’s historic buildings and one of the oldest west of the Blue Ridge, was built in 1779. It was used from its beginning as a tavern and overnight inn for stagecoach travelers.

The Tavern has held such guests as Henry Clay; Louis Philippe, King of France; President Andrew Jackson; and Pierre Charles L’Enfant, designer of Washington D.C. The First post office on the western slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains was located in the east wing of The Tavern. The original mail slot is still in place and can be seen from the street.

During the past two centuries, The Tavern has served as a tavern, bank, bakery, general store, cabinet shop, barber shop, private residence, post office, antique shop and restaurant. It even served as a hospital for wounded Confederate and Union soldiers during the Civil War. In addition, The Tavern is home to the oldest bar in Virginia and is one of the oldest in the United States.

In 1965, The Tavern was acquired from the Thaddeus Harris Family by Mary Dudley Porterfield, wife of the founder of the Barter Theater. The Harris family had owned The Tavern for more than 100 years. In 1984, The Tavern was restored to its former glory by local attorney Emmitt F. Yeary.

In 1994 it was opened under the management of Max Hermann who moved to Abingdon in 1993 after having served twenty years with the United States Air Force. Max is a native German. The Tavern is now run by Josh Fuller an Abingdon local and long time General Manager of Max Hermann.

The Abingdon Tavern is one of several local restaurants featured with Appalachian GhostWalks' Haunted Southwest Virginia Vacation Packages and a featured stop on the "Haunted Historic Abingdon GhostWalk". Our Abingdon Ghost and History Tours are presented daily and/or nightly, year-round. Reservations are required so call (423) 743-WALK (9255) for reservations by telephone, or RESERVE NOW ONLINE.

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Ghosts, Ghouls, and Orbs Oh my!! Had an absolute blast with our tour guide Stacey McGee!! He took us through the town of Dandridge and though we didn't walk too far, the walk was filled with lots of interesting information. He brought us through his past past paranormal experiences and had us feel as if we were there in the moment with phrases like “imagine if you were me.” He was extremely exciting and enticing throughout the whole tour and made it super easy to stay interested throughout the entire tour. He was super helpful and understanding especially when I was struggling to learn how to hold the dowsing rods. He always made sure I got a good look that the photos that were taken and had a good look at all the buildings. At the end of the day it's important to come in with a positive mind and know that in the end you will get out what you put into it. I would 100% recommend this tour for any fun loving group looking to have a good time and maybe get a little spooked in the town of Dandridge. He is truly passionate about it so please do not discourage him. Definitely go if you're willing to go with the flow and see where the night takes you. Also Stacey if you're reading this, you're still the most interesting man we've ever met, and we can't wait to stop in for another tour! - Tyler

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Abingdon Ghost Tour - This was the best ghost tour I have Ever been on and I've been on a couple. Stacey surpassed all of our expectations with history and knowledge about the spirit world. I would definitely recommend. - Sydney B.

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