The nation’s longest running professional theatre will captivate you with their world class performances. Whatever genre holds your interest, you’ll find it here! Come be entranced and transported at the Barter Theatre!
We are located directly across the street from the campus of Emory and Henry University. Emory House offers convenience and comfort for all your Emory and Henry visits, whether it be a college tour, visiting your current student (we have suites that will accommodate your student as well as you), a college game, visiting Alumni, conference speaker, or a theatre performance, you will find a comfortable respite at Emory House.
Experience a taste of outdoor adventure on the Virginia Creeper Trail. The 34 mile multi use trail begins in Abingdon. A member of the Rail to Trail Hall of Fame, the trail offers fun for bikers, hikers, equestrians, and anglers. Enjoy the scenery!
Fly Fishing
Your premier fly fishing destination in Southwest Virginia offers year round waters that rival western fly fishing locations. Experience the natural wonder of Appalachia with a guided fly fishing trip escorted by Matt Reilly Fly Fishing. Matt Reilly Fly Fishing will pick you up at The Emory House Bed and Breakfast for a seamless start and finish to your excursion.
Voted “Best Small Town Food Scene,” in USA Today, you’ll always find something to excite your taste buds. The Market District will entice you with eclectic shopping, watch an artist practicing their craft at the Arts Depo located in an old railroad freight station. Be enveloped by small town charm.
Home to a variety of races and events, Bristol Motor Speedway can be a fun day trip when you are staying at The Emory House Bed and Breakfast.
Exhibitions are always changing, one visit is never enough! The museum also houses studio spaces for working artists, check out their creations. Admission is free!
The arts continue with galleries and open working artist studios in a former railroad freight station. Creatives will embrace Abingdon.
Explore nearby hiking at The Channels, Mount Rodgers, or watch for ponies at Grayson Highlands State Park
FIELD TRIPS
Explore the Local Area and make sure that your stay is one to remember!
There are many fun and exciting things to do nearby the Emory House during your stay. Check out some of our favorites!
