Come and learn some truly chilling history in Jonesborough thisOctober. Have you ever wondered what happened to horse thieves in the late1700s, or wanted to know why Andrew Jackson fought a duel in Jonesborough? Whatabout a body discovered in a rain barrel in town? What’s the story behind that?Hear these very true tales and more during this unique tour that’s perfect foran October evening.

The True and Chilling Tales Tour will take place at 7:00 pm on October17^th, 18^th, 19^th, 25^th, 26^th,31^st and November 1^st. Your guide will lead you down MainStreet with the “book of poor souls.” Mind your step, lest you end up in thatbook, too. Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased through the Town ofJonesborough’s ticketing system at jonesborough.com/tickets. The tour will lastan hour. Groups are limited to only 16 people, so make sure you buy yourtickets in advance. The tours will depart from the Chester Inn State HistoricSite and Museum on Main Street. The tours will go on rain or shine. This touris rated PG-13 for content and is not recommended for children under 13 yearsof age. Please note these stories are very true and some of them are very grossand unpleasant and may be upsetting. Listeners beware.

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