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TOURS ARE AVAILABLE TUESDAY-SATURDAY, 10 A.M. - 4 P.M.
LAST ENTRY INTO HISTORIC SITE IS 3 P.M.
SELF-GUIDED TOUR: (lower level only)$10 Per Person / $7 Per Student-Child / Age 5 and under - FreeSelf-Guided Tours include the exhibition "Celebrate The American Industrial Revolution: WORK" a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution Museums on Main Street and the Museum.
Guided Group Tours of 10 or more are welcomed. Steam-ups are available for groups of 50 of more with advanced reservations. Student Field Trips are encouraged. Guided Tours $3.00 per student, teacher or chaperone. Please call in advance to set up your visit.
On occasion, Self-Guided Tours are not available due to private events, special Museum activities or other community activities held in Downtown Meridian. Please check this webpage for the most current information on availability of tours.
Guided Group Tours of 10 or more are welcomed. Steam-ups are available for groups of 50 of more with advanced reservations. Student Field Trips are encouraged. Guided Tours $3.00 per student, teacher or chaperone. Please call in advance to set up your visit.
On occasion, Self-Guided Tours are not available due to private events, special Museum activities or other community activities held in Downtown Meridian. Please check this webpage for the most current information on availability of tours.
HOLIDAY CLOSURESLabor Day Weekend - Saturday, August 31, 2024
Thanksgiving Holiday - Tuesday-Saturday, November 26-30, 2024
Winter Break - December 21, 2024 thru March 3, 2025
Easter - Saturday, April 20, 2025
Memorial Day Weekend - Saturday, May 24, 2025
Juneteenth - Thursday, June 19, 2025Independence Day Weekend - July 4-7, 2025
Labor Day Weekend - Saturday, September 6, 2025
MUSEUM EVENTS
Soulé Live Steam Festival - Friday-Saturday, November 1-2, 2024
Meridian Symphony Night To Shine At Soule' - Friday-Saturday, Nov. 15-16, 2024
S.T.E.A.M. Break - March 11-15, 2025
Soulé Spring Steam-Up - Saturday, May 10, 2025
PRIVATE EVENTS & OTHER ACTIVITIES (No Tours Available)
Friday-Saturday - October 4-5, 2024 (Museum Closed)
Friday - October 11, 2024 (Museum Closed)
Thursday - October 24, 2024 (Limited Tours Available)
Friday - December 5, 2024 (Museum Closed)
Friday - December 13, 2024 (Museum Closed)
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU VISIT
Inclement Weather: The site is spread over one city block in Downtown Meridian and requires movement across the open-air Steam Alley. On occasion when severe thunderstorms are predicted or TORCONs (tornado predictions) are given for the area, the site will be closed for the safety of visitors and protection of the buildings. In the past, roofs, windows and interiors have been damaged as high winds entered through open or unsecured doors at the historic Soulé Steam Feed Works factory site.
What to wear: Dress for the weather. The building is not temperature controlled. Additionally, the ground and flooring are uneven—sensible shoes are a must. Sneakers or boots are recommended. Open-toed shoes and high heels are not recommended.
Restrooms & Food/Beverage: The antiquity of historic Soulé Steam Feed Works is certainly part of the authentic experience here. However, that limits the creature comforts many of us are accustomed to. Restrooms are only available at the main entrance. Food/Beverage amenities are generally not available on-site. Five local restaurants are located within walking distance of the museum in Downtown Meridian.
Photography: Photography for your personal use is permitted. For safety reasons, videography and drones are prohibited. Professional photo shoots must be approved in writing prior to the date of the event.
Inclement Weather: The site is spread over one city block in Downtown Meridian and requires movement across the open-air Steam Alley. On occasion when severe thunderstorms are predicted or TORCONs (tornado predictions) are given for the area, the site will be closed for the safety of visitors and protection of the buildings. In the past, roofs, windows and interiors have been damaged as high winds entered through open or unsecured doors at the historic Soulé Steam Feed Works factory site.
What to wear: Dress for the weather. The building is not temperature controlled. Additionally, the ground and flooring are uneven—sensible shoes are a must. Sneakers or boots are recommended. Open-toed shoes and high heels are not recommended.
Restrooms & Food/Beverage: The antiquity of historic Soulé Steam Feed Works is certainly part of the authentic experience here. However, that limits the creature comforts many of us are accustomed to. Restrooms are only available at the main entrance. Food/Beverage amenities are generally not available on-site. Five local restaurants are located within walking distance of the museum in Downtown Meridian.
Photography: Photography for your personal use is permitted. For safety reasons, videography and drones are prohibited. Professional photo shoots must be approved in writing prior to the date of the event.
Accessibility: This Mississippi Landmark is generally not fully accessible, but can meet some patrons’ needs. Contact soulelivesteam@comcast.net for more information.
Liability: By purchasing admission, all visitors are required to sign a liability waiver and consent to be photographed.
Admission: Site access is limited to self-guided tours on the first floor, workshops, and events. Unless otherwise noted, all admissions are paid.
Duration: Please allow one hour for your tour.Location & GPS: Historic Soulé Steam Feed Works is located at 1808 4th Street, Meridian, Mississippi 39301.
Parking: Guests are welcome to park in the grassy parking lot along 18th Avenue or public parking spaces along 4th Street near the entrance. The entrance is a few steps away.
Children: While kids of all ages are welcome, the tour content is recommended for children ages 8+.
Thank you for following these guidelines. We wish for you to have the best visit possible and appreciate your patience as we continue to improve the visitor experience.