Jonesborough Historic District

The Jonesborough Historic District is a collection of buildings from different periods, ranging from simple Federal houses to elaborate Victorian mansions. The tree-lined streets preserve the original street layout and maintain the character of a small American town.

The district gained official recognition as historically significant in the 1960s after experts surveyed a large collection of buildings. This designation led to ongoing efforts to protect the homes and streets from major alterations.

The buildings show how residents adapted their homes and public spaces as new styles arrived over time. Walking through reveals the gradual shift from simple Federal design to more decorated Victorian tastes in everyday architecture.

Visitors can walk through the streets on their own to explore the facades and architecture at their own pace. A visitor center offers information and arranges guided tours if you want to learn more about specific buildings.

A former school building from the 1830s still stands in the area and shows how early education was organized in this region. The structure preserves traces of educational history and reminds visitors how schooling began to take formal shape here.