plan your visit
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 / $5 Per Student-Child / Age 3 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.
Group Tours of 10 or more are welcomed.
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.
Group Tours of 10 or more are welcomed.
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 CLOSURESMemorial Day Weekend - Saturday, May 27, 2023
Independence Day - Tuesday, July 4, 2023
Labor Day Weekend - Saturday, September 2, 2023Thanksgiving Holiday - Thursday-Saturday, November 23-25, 2023
Winter Break - December 23, 2023 thru March 5, 2024
Easter - Saturday, March 30, 2024
MUSEUM EVENTS
Soule' Spring Steam-Up - Friday-Saturday, May 19-20, 2023
Automobile Road Tour - Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Soulé Live Steam Festival - Friday-Saturday, November 3-4, 2023
Meridian Symphony - A Night of Soul @ Soule' - Saturday, November 18, 2023
S.T.E.A.M. Break - Tuesday-Saturday, March 2024
PRIVATE EVENTS (Limited Tours Available)Friday-Saturday - June 16-17, 2023
Thursday, September 14, 2023 - No tours available
Friday-Saturday - October 20-21, 2023
Friday - December 7, 2023
Rose Hill Company Storytelling Conference - May 2024
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 Soule’ 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 Soule’ 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.
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 Soule’ 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 Soule’ 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.
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 tickets, 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 ticketed.
Duration: Please allow one hour for your tour.Location & GPS: Historic Soule’ 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.