The best arts & culture spots in Abingdon

4 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Historical Society of Washington County, VA

Arts & Culture

If you're tracing family lines or just nosy about who built what here, the Historical Society of Washington County, VA has 7,000+ books,…

341 W. Main Street Corner of Main St. and, Russell Rd NW

“If you're tracing family lines or just nosy about who built what here, the Historical Society of Washington County, VA has 7,000+ books, 200,000 images, and over a million indexed records.”

From the Abingdon newsletter, October 2, 2026

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The Arts Depot

Arts & Culture

Whether you’re in the mood to browse rotating member work, catch one of six juried Spotlight shows, or pop into working studios to meet…

314 Depot Square SW

“Whether you’re in the mood to browse rotating member work, catch one of six juried Spotlight shows, or pop into working studios to meet Resident Artists, The Arts Depot keeps the creative energy humming.”

From the Abingdon newsletter, October 3, 2026

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Holston Mountain Artisans and Antiques

Arts & Culture

Holston Mountain Artisans and Antiques is a member-owned cooperative showcasing Appalachian makers, with shelves full of pottery,…

280 W Main St

“Holston Mountain Artisans and Antiques is a member-owned cooperative showcasing Appalachian makers, with shelves full of pottery, woodcarvings, quilts, baskets, paintings, photography, weavings and handmade jewelry. Perfect for grabbing a one-of-a-kind gift or a little creative inspiration between grocery runs.”

From the Abingdon newsletter, October 1, 2026

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William King Museum of Art

Arts & Culture

William King Museum of Art is Abingdon’s dynamic gallery and gathering space, featuring contemporary Appalachian work alongside fine art…

415 Academy Dr NW

“William King Museum of Art is Abingdon’s dynamic gallery and gathering space, featuring contemporary Appalachian work alongside fine art from around the world. Peek into the Betsy K. White Cultural Heritage Research Archive and its two galleries, then watch the new wing and Worrell Gallery take shape...”

From the Abingdon newsletter, September 24, 2026

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