Academic Events in the Storytelling Capital
Where Stories Begin in Tennessee’s Oldest Town
Services Designed For A Legacy of Learning & Literature
Cherokee Creek Farm sits in the heart of Jonesborough, Tennessee, America’s oldest incorporated town and the Storytelling Capital of the World. This isn’t just a venue; it’s a place where literary history was made.
Since 1779, Jonesborough has been home to groundbreaking publications, including The Emancipator, America’s first periodical dedicated exclusively to abolishing slavery. Today, Jonesborough hosts the International Storytelling Center and the world-renowned National Storytelling Festival.
Your academic gathering deserves a setting as rich in intellectual heritage as your work itself.
Historic Literary Milestones
1779: Tennessee’s oldest town founded
1820: First abolitionist periodical published
1973: National Storytelling Festival began
Present: International Storytelling Center!
Academic & Literary Services
Academic Conferences & Symposiums
- Multi-day conference hosting
- Keynote presentation setup
- Breakout session spaces
- Professional recording capabilities
- Catered networking receptions
Literary Events & Book Launches
- Author reading venues
- Book launch celebrations
- Poetry evenings
- Literary award ceremonies
- Publishers’ receptions
Educational Retreats & Workshops
- Faculty development programs
- Writing workshops & intensives
- Research collaboration retreats
- Graduate student seminars
- Academic planning sessions
Storytelling & Oral History Workshops
- Storytelling workshops
- Oral history projects
- Cultural preservation events
- Community story circles
- Traditional narrative programs
Historical & Cultural Heritage Programs
- Historical society meetings
- Heritage preservation forums
- Cultural documentation projects
- Archaeological field schools
- Museum collaborative events
Professional Leadership Development
- Academic leadership training
- Grant writing workshops
- Research methodology seminars
- Publication strategy sessions
- Career development programs
World-Class Facilities for Scholarly Excellence
Professional Audio/Visual
State-of-the-art presentation technology for lectures, panels, and multimedia presentations
Customizable Lighting
Adjustable ambiance from formal conference settings to intimate evening discussions
Elegant Ballroom
Sophisticated space perfect for academic galas, award ceremonies, and formal dinners
Inspiring Setting
Beautiful farm setting that sparks creativity and encourages deep thinking
Catering Excellence
From working lunches to celebratory banquets—cuisine worthy of your distinguished guests
On-Site Accommodations
Historic antique farmhouse lodging for keynote speakers and special guests
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Perfect for Academic Partnerships
Regional University Connections
📍 King University (45 minutes)
📍 East Tennessee State University (20 minutes)
📍 Milligan University (25 minutes)
📍 Tusculum University (30 minutes)
Special Academic Packages
- Student organization rates
- Multi-day conference discounts
- Educational institution pricing
- Grant-funded event support
