Dining…fit for a King is a fundraiser with proceeds supporting curatorial and educational programming at William King Museum of Art.
Don’t miss out on the once-a-year opportunity to dine like a king! This series of dining events offers unique culinary experiences organized by William King Museum of Art and hosted individually by members of your community. This series of dining events offers unique culinary experiences ranging from “Brunch on the Front Porch” to “Summer Social at Middle Fork Barn”.
Join us for our kick-off party on April 3rd to purchase tickets in person. Beginning April 4th, purchase tickets online or call Laura Harris at (276) 628-5005 ext. 115 or email lharris@wkmuseum.org.
Please note that hosts cannot accept reservations. All reservations are non-refundable and close two weeks prior to the dinner.
Brunch on the Front Porch
Traditional brunch favorites by Chef T of Union 41, with mimosa and bloody mary bar.
May 18th, 2025 • 11:00am – 1:00pm
Hosted by Leslie and Chris Brewer and Ashley and Drew Hembree
Tickets: $75 Per Person • Limited to 50
Abingdon, VA
Margaritas by the Pool
Appetizers and cocktails
June 19th, 2025 • 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Hosted by Debbie and Todd Creasy
Tickets: $75 Per Person • Limited to 36
Abingdon, VA
Rustic Cider Barn Dinner at Kelly Ridge Farms
Solstice BBQ, Brisket, and Burnt Ends at Kelly Ridge Farms— Join us for a Midsummer’s Dream gathering this Solstice at the Tumbling Creek Cider Barn at Kelly Ridge Farms. You will be regaled with a selection of farm sourced heritage-breed pork, beef brisket, and vegetarian offerings. Hard cider samples will be offered from flowing taps to celebrate the peak of summer and the promise of fall’s upcoming harvest bounty.
June 20th, 2025 • 6:00pm
Hosted by Sarah Seeley-Dick & Justen Dick
Tickets: $75 Per Person • Limited to 50
Meadowview, VA
Sip and Savor by the Pool
Join Pam and Andy Kramer for an evening of great wine, delicious bites, and good company by the pool! Indulge in a carefully chosen selection of wines paired with artisanal cheeses and charcuterie. Casual poolside attire encouraged. Cheers!
July 12th, 2025 • 7:00pm
Hosted by Pam and Andy Kramer
Tickets: $50 Per Person • Limited to 20
Abingdon, VA
Summer Social at Middle Fork Barn
Join us at the Summer Social, a lively evening of music, mingling, and meaningful support for the William King Museum of Art. This will be a premier summer event that you don’t want to miss!
July 19th, 2025 • 6:00pm
Hosted by: Rose Marie Burriss, Shana Carrico, David & Jill Dalton, Evelyn Goldston, Jane & Ed Harter, Susan & Rick Humphreys, Greg McMillan & Dirk Moore, George A. Whitley, and Emily N. Lee, CFP®, CPWA® – Stateline Wealth Advisors
Tickets: $100 Per Person • Limited to 125
Abingdon, VA
Low-Country Dinner
A casual gathering serving shrimp and grits, and other southern specialties.
August 2nd, 2025 • 6:00pm
Hosted by William Denton & Susie Buckner
Tickets: $125 Per Person • Limited to 8
Abingdon, VA
Burgers and Red Wine by the Pool
Enjoy sunset mountain views along the Smyth/Washington county line, we’ll fire up the grill for delicious burgers, appetizers and sides, and battle it out to find the perfect red wine pairing!
August 16th, 2025 • 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Hosted by Tom and Kyra Bishop
Tickets: $150 Per Person • Limited to 24
Chilhowie, VA
A Culinary Walkabout in
the Old and Historic District
Join us for a progressive dining experience in four of Abingdon’s historic homes. Enjoy small plates and distinctive spirits while meandering through Abingdon’s tree-lined sidewalks during autumn leaf time.
September 27, 2025 • 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Hosted byByrum Geisler, Katherine Rose, Emmitt Yeary, Ramsey and Betsy White, and Rick and Susan Humphreys
Tickets: $200 Per Person • Limited to 12
Abingdon, VA
William King Museum of Art would like to extend a special thank you to all the event hosts who made this fundraiser possible, as well as our sponsors!
