Top Things to Do in Tennessee’s Oldest Town

May 11, 2026
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Whether you are visiting for a weekend getaway or just passing through for the day, you will find plenty to enjoy in a town rich with history and artistic charm. From guided tours and antique shopping to theatre performances and art galleries, Jonesborough offers something for those who appreciate culture and creativity.

Founded in 1779, Jonesborough is Tennessee’s oldest town, with a rich heritage that is still visible today in its preserved architecture and historic charm.

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The First and Last Town in Tennessee, Original Play Commemorates 250 years of American History as Told Through Local Storie

February 3, 2026
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The McKinney Center will debut a new play in February that is 250 years in the making. The First and Last Town in Tennessee shares stories from Jonesborough’s past and present to commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial. Written by Program Manager Anne G’Fellers-Mason, the play takes the audience on a journey from 1779, the year of Jonesborough’s founding, to present day.
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Valentine’s Day in Jonesborough: Chocolate, Dinner, Movies, Flowers & Community

January 22, 2026
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Nothing says Valentine’s Day quite like chocolate. Jonesborough Chocolate Fest is a must-visit for couples, friends, and families. Downtown merchants fill Main Street with chocolate treats, desserts, and specialty items. Enjoy sampling sweet creations while strolling through historic downtown and soaking in the festive atmosphere. Get your tickets now at jbochocolatefest.com
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A True and Chilling Tale – “An Earful”

October 20, 2025
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Tennessee’s oldest town, Jonesborough, is known for its rich history, charming streets, and storytelling. Below is just one of many true and chilling tales that linger in the crisp fall air of Jonesborough, Tennessee.To hear more, join one of the True and Chilling Tales Tours presented by the Heritage Alliance each October. Tours begin at the Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum.
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Get Ready for a Special Game Show Edition of the StoryTown Radio Show

July 22, 2025
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Trivia with Budds is taking over the StoryTown Radio Show on Monday, July 28th in a special edition. We’ll be talking about “Kitchen Disasters and Culinary Fails” and Quizmaster Ryan Budds will be asking questions from three, themed categories. This is a first for the Radio Show, and you don’t want to miss it. There will be three winners, complete with prizes, so come and try your luck and test your knowledge.
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Can’t Get Away with This – A True Cold Case from 1928

July 9, 2025
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It was 2016, or thereabouts, when I first ran across information about Officer James Hood and his murder in August of 1928. I was working for the Heritage Alliance at the time and actively doing museum theatre. I was working on a play about another mysterious murder from Jonesborough’s past, and I mentioned Officer Hood’s death to my director. She told me I’d have to wait on that one. It was too soon to bring that story up again because of the hurt feelings that lingered. That of course made me want to know more.
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Ways to Enjoy Spring in Downtown Jonesborough

April 23, 2025
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Downtown Jonesborough is coming alive with color, charm, and countless ways to enjoy the Spring season. Whether you're sipping a cup of locally brewed coffee on a patio on Main Street, browsing cheerful spring décor in quaint shops, or strolling through one of our beautiful local parks, spring is the perfect time to explore all that our historic town has to offer. Here are just a few ways to soak up the sunshine and make the most of spring in Downtown Jonesborough.
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Come & Sit a Spell and Share a Story

March 11, 2025
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Take part in the art of story sharing and active listening on March 25th when Listening Day returns. The McKinney Center and StoryTown will be hosting a Listening Day on Tuesday, March 25th from 9:00 am-12:00 pm at the Jonesborough Senior Center. Area residents are encouraged to come and share personal stories about moving to Jonesborough, immigrating to the United States, service stories from the Armed Forces, humorous tales about miscommunication, and cooking adventures gone wrong.
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Experience the Holiday Season with Christmas in Olde Jonesborough

November 14, 2024
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The Town of Jonesborough presents Christmas in Olde Jonesborough, a month full of holiday cheer for you to enjoy with family and friends! Each Saturday features free activities for the whole family and a different theme each weekend, including Whoville Christmas, Doggone Christmas and Santa’s Christmas Village taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Putting It Together, Part Six – What It Takes to Make a Radio Play

October 16, 2024
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Putting It Together, Part Six – What It Takes to Make a Radio Play

October’s edition of the StoryTown Radio Show will be a little different. Usually, the show is made up of multiple stories from real people, many of whom lived right here in Northeast Tennessee. This month, we’re stepping back in time, to the turn of the 20th century for “Legs in a Barrel” Murder Mystery. I originally wrote this piece of historical theatre for the Heritage Alliance. It is based on the very true and very mysterious deaths of Andrew Slagle and John Spencer.

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