Northeast Tennessee

John McEuen Concert
2025-08-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Jackson Theatre, 121 W. Main St., Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
On Sunday, August 24, at 7:00 pm, John McEuen, founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, brings a special show of songs and stories to The Jackson Theatre in downtown Jonesborough.

This multi-media performance spans nearly 60 years of music, sharing McEuen’s career with The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and the making of the landmark Will the Circle Be Unbroken album. Joining him on stage are NGDB co-founder Les Thompson on bass, Bryan McDowell on fiddle and mandolin (Winfield 1st place winner on guitar and mandolin), and Marty Fair, holding down the guitar slot in what McEuen calls his “impickable manner.”

All join host John McEuen with his banjo, guitar, fiddle, and mandolin in front of the screen for the hits and stories behind NGDB music, leading up to that magic time when three generations came together. The Library of Congress has called Will the Circle Be Unbroken one of the most important American recordings, and it is also in the Grammy Hall of Fame.

McEuen’s new album, The Newsman, a man of record (Compass Records), is a spoken word and a story album featuring new music behind stories from America’s past.

Songs from the show include: Mr. Bojangles, Some of Shelly’s Blues, Dance Little Jean, Keep On the Sunny Side, Will the Circle Be Unbroken, House at Pooh Corner, Earl’s Breakdown, Wreck on the Highway, Cannonball Rag, Way Downtown, Acoustic Traveller, Fingerbuster, Long Hard Road, The Mountain Whippoorwill, and more.
The performance includes archival photographs, 8mm footage from 1967, and session photos from McEuen’s brother William. The stories and music are interwoven with Dirt Band favorites, hot bluegrass, and new material.

A surprise guest, Even Stevens, McEuen’s Nashville friend and hit songwriter, will make a cameo appearance to share stories behind iconic songs like I Love a Rainy Night, When You’re In Love with a Beautiful Woman and Drivin’ My Life Away.

John McEuen was inducted into the American Banjo Museum Hall of Fame in 2018 and received the 2024 Josie Musician’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grand Ole Opry.
All events take place at The Jackson Theatre; a fully restored historic venue located in downtown Jonesborough. Tickets and seat reservations are available now at thejacksontheatre.com. For more details, follow @thejacksontheatre on social media.

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About The Jackson Theatre: The Jackson Theatre is a fully restored theatre in the heart of historic downtown Jonesborough. Serving as a vibrant hub for the arts, it now operates as a music venue, theater, and film house, bringing entertainment and culture to the community again. For tickets and more information, visit thejacksontheatre.com or follow us on social media @thejacksontheatre.

Riders In The Sky
2025-02-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Jackson Theatre, 121 W. Main St., Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Legendary GRAMMY Winners Riders In The Sky to Perform at The Jackson Theatre
Jonesborough, TN – The Jackson Theatre is proud to present the legendary Riders In The Sky on Saturday, February 8, at 8:00 p.m. With over four decades of music, laughter, and storytelling, this GRAMMY-winning quartet has become a cornerstone of Western Music and family entertainment.

Since their first performance in 1977 at a small Nashville venue, Riders In The Sky have dedicated themselves to keeping Western Music alive. They’ve played over 7,200 shows across all 50 states and beyond, recorded more than 40 albums, and earned a place in both the Grand Ole Opry and the Western Music Hall of Fame. Their blend of cowboy classics, humor, and original songs has made them beloved by audiences of all ages.

Audiences may also recognize their signature tune, “Woody’s Roundup,” featured in Pixar’s Toy Story 2. This iconic performance earned them one of their two GRAMMY Awards and introduced their music to a new generation of fans.

Celebrate the timeless music and humor of Riders In The Sky at The Jackson Theatre, where the cowboy way comes alive. Tickets, ranging in price from $30-40, can be purchased online at thejacksontheatre.com or by calling the Jackson Theatre Box Office at 423.788.4909.

The Jackson Theatre is proud to bring world-class entertainment to Jonesborough, TN. For tickets and updates, follow us on social media or visit thejacksontheatre.com.

Town of Jonesborough News Release
2024-02-12 13:00 - 14:30 | McKinney Center, 103 Franklin Ave, Jonesborough, TN, 37659, United States
Town of Jonesborough News Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, January 22, 2024

Contact
Skye McFarland
skyem@jonesboroughtn.org
423.753.0562

The McKinney Center announces 10 Year Celebration and Commemoration
The McKinney Center and the Town of Jonesborough are pleased to announce a 10 Year Celebration and Commemoration on Monday, February 12 at 1 p.m. at the McKinney Center, located 103 Franklin Ave. The McKinney Center will celebrate the history of the building by commemorating the Booker T. Washington School faculty and staff with a bench dedication. The public is invited to attend. This event will have a dedication for alumni to share stories and will conclude with light refreshments including cookies from Side Hustle Bakery and coffee donated from The Corner Cup.
The McKinney Center was originally the Booker T. Washington School. It was completed in 1939 and was the first Works Progress Administration (WPA) building built in Washington County. The school opened its doors for African American school-age children from grades 1 – 8 in 1940 and served in this capacity until integration in 1965. This building was the primary education facility for hundreds of African American students in the community. The faculty and principles that served left an educational legacy that continues today. Beginning in 2010 the town purchased the building and restored it into a facility that would bring people together through the arts. Renovations began and lasted for several years. In November 2013, the building officially opened as the McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington School. Last year, in 2023, marked the 10th Anniversary of the McKinney Center in its current form.
The McKinney Center’s Diversity & Equity Sub-Committee has worked to research the names of faculty and staff of the Booker T. Washington School to create a plaque to partner with a bench to place on the McKinney Center property. The research was done through oral history accounts from alumni of the school and records from the Washington County School Department. Special thanks to the Jonesborough Genealogical Society in helping with research of families.
The McKinney Center extends a special invitation to the families of those who worked at Booker T. Washington school between the years of 1940 and 1965; Hattie Birdwell, Ethel Brown, Mr. L.H. Buford, John Cox, Hugh Dean, Bessie Dickson, Savannah Dickson, Gladys Hale, Richard Hampton, Ms. Hankal, Lester Howard, George Johnson, Connie Kizer, Katherine Matthews, Ernest L. McKinney, Willie McNeil, Mildred Patton, Starlin Perry, Henry Greenlee, M.E. Richardson, Dorothy Rhea, James Rollins, Mr. Henry Scott, Mrs. Gertrude Shanks, Ella Sherrill, John Stewart, Robert Stewart, Virginia Sylvers, Ada “Sis” Woodson, and Oscar Wilson.
Family members who wish to share stories and memories of Booker T. Washington School can call 423.753.5062 or email Skye McFarland at skyem@jonesboroughtn.org.
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About the McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington: The mission of the McKinney Center at Booker T. Washington is to provide a comprehensive program through Jonesborough’s Mary B. Martin Program for the Arts which teaches various art skills to all participants through a quality program of instruction open to all segments of Jonesborough’s population. In addition, a primary mission of the Center is to enhance minority participation in the planning and implementation in all activities in Jonesborough while specifically celebrating the contribution of the African-American community in the growth and development of the Town. The activities of the McKinney Center are designed to enhance the quality of life of all Jonesborough residents.
About the Town of Jonesborough: A unique 18th century town nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, Jonesborough’s natural beauty, charming architecture, and storytelling heritage have attracted visitors worldwide. Stay a day, a week or forever, and create your own stories in beautiful Historic Jonesborough. Visit www.jonesborough.com for more information.

Town of Jonesborough News Release - Join Santa Claus at the Caboose
2023-12-02 15:00 - 18:00 | Chuckey Depot Museum, Jonesborough, TN, United States
Contact:
Rick Chinouth
chinouthhome@yahoo.com
Mike Tilley
wataugavalley@embarqmail.com

Join Santa Claus at the Caboose
Join the Chuckey Depot Museum for Santa Claus at the Caboose on Saturday, December 2 from 3 to 6 p.m. Santa will be stopping by the historic caboose located outside the museum. Visitors will have a chance to meet Santa and get their picture taken with him.
Train ornaments will be available for a $1 donation to the museum. All donations go to help with future exhibits and educational programs. Participants are encouraged to visit inside the museum and check out the exhibits. The Chuckey Depot Museum is free of charge, but donations are greatly appreciated.

The Chuckey Depot Museum is operated under a partnership between the Town of Jonesborough, the Watauga Valley Railroad Historical Society and the Heritage Alliance. Visit the museum in person on Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit Jonesborough.com, follow the Chuckey Depot on Facebook, or call the Jonesborough Visitors Center at 423.753.1010.
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About the Town of Jonesborough: A unique 18th century town nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, Jonesborough’s natural beauty, charming architecture, and storytelling heritage have attracted visitors worldwide. Stay a day, a week or forever, and create your own stories in beautiful Historic Jonesborough. Visit www.jonesborough.com for more information.

Jonesborough’s Lighting of the Tree
2022-11-26 18:00 | Washington County Courthouse, TN, United States
The Town of Jonesborough is excited to host the Lighting of the Tree ceremony on Saturday, November 26 at 6 p.m. next to the Washington County Courthouse.

Jonesborough’s downtown is the perfect setting to kick off the Christmas holiday season as the lights are lit on the authentic Fraser Fir tree.

Bring friends and neighbors and enjoy the sounds of the season sung by David Crockett High School’s Madrigal Singers, the voices of elementary school students from Jonesborough Elementary and Grandview Schools and a special performance from Jonesborough Repertory Theatre. A Christmas story will be told by local artist Jules Corriere.

If you have any questions about the event, please contact Rachel Conger at rachelc@jonesboroughtn.org or 423.791.3869.
