TOURS AVAILABLE (please ring doorbell for assistance):
TUESDAY-SATURDAY:  10 A.M. - 4  P.M.
(3 p.m. is last entry into historic site)

SELF-GUIDED TOUR: (lower level only)$10 Per Person / $5 Per Student-Child / Age 5 and under - FreeSelf-Guided Tours include a five-minute introductory video and access to first floor of the factory buildings plus informative displays throughout the site. 

Guided Group Tours of 10 or more are welcomed. Steam-ups are available for groups of 50 or more with advanced reservations.

Student Field Trips are encouraged. Guided Tours $5.00 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.

MUSEUM EVENTS
Maker Faire Meridian - Saturday, March 7, 2026
Soulé Spring Steam-Up - Saturday, May 9, 2026
Smithsonian Exhibition: Spark! Places of Innovation - July 9 - August 19, 2026
Soulé Live Steam Show - Friday-Saturday, November 6-7, 2026

HOLIDAY CLOSURESThanksgiving Holiday - Tuesday-Saturday, November 25-29, 2025
Winter Break - December 20, 2025 thru March 6, 2026
Easter - Friday-Monday, April 3-6, 2026
Memorial Day Weekend - Saturday-Monday, May 23-25, 2026
Juneteenth - Friday, June 19, 2026
Independence Day Weekend - July 4-6, 2026
Labor Day Weekend - September 5-7, 2026

PRIVATE EVENTS & OTHER ACTIVITIES (No Public Tours Available)
Friday - December 12, 2025 (Museum Closed)
Saturday - May 30, 2026 (Museum Closed)
Tuesday-Thursday - November 3-5, 2026 (Limited Tours Due to Setup)

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. On the forecast of bad weather we close the museum for the safety of our visitors and preservation of the factory buildings. 
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.

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