McKinney Center Markets

Socially Distanced Art and Craft Show!

The McKinney Center is excited to host its first-ever Market series! The purpose of this market is to provide a safe environment for artists and crafts people to sell their products, to provide a safe environment for patrons to shop, and to help artists and the McKinney Center recoup lost income due to COVID-19 cancellations. For more information on the event and to find out how to be a vendor at the show, click below!

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Recent Blogs

23 Sep 2026

October Events in Jonesborough: Fall Fun in Tennessee’s Oldest Town

September 23, 2026

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October is one of the most exciting times of year to visit Jonesborough. As the leaves begin to change and fall settles into Tennessee’s oldest town, downtown comes alive with festivals, local food, live entertainment, history, storytelling and plenty of Halloween fun. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway, looking for something fun to do with the family or simply want to enjoy the beauty of fall in Jonesborough, there is something happening throughout the month.

11 May 2026

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.

3 Feb 2026

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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Support Small Businesses in Jonesborough

Restaurants, boutiques, bakeries, antique stores, and all the hard-working small business owners who make Jonesborough so special are here for you. They’ve banded together to create ways they can still be involved in the community during these challenging times. They’re still here for you, find ways to be there for them. Support small businesses in Jonesborough when you can. Click on the video below to learn more about Main Street Cafe.