The Tavern 1779

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Address
222 E. Main St.
Abingdon, VA 24210
Region Blue Ridge Highlands
Locality Washington
Email Address mshaffer@hswcv.org
Website www.abingdontavern.com

The Tavern: The oldest building in Abingdon, constructed in 1779, the Tavern served as a field hospital during the Civil War. In the hospital section on the third floor, charcoaled numbers, used to designate soldiers' beds, are still visible. Hours: See web site for details



Admission Fee: See web site for details

Last Updated: 7/20/2011 11:42 AM
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