Megan Wells – Ghost Stories

Megan is a story artist whose work is often featured in museums, libraries, and festivals throughout the U.S. Megan brings to life to everything she does, whether its traditional tales, […]

Donor Spotlight: Mary Brugh

Behind the scenes at ISC  ISC owes much of its rich history and promising future to those behind the scenes – the individuals who choose to become a part of […]

Janice Del Negro – Ghost Stories

Janice Del Negro’ excavates and decorates the bones of folk and fairy tales with a focus on reimagining traditional stories to resonate with contemporary listeners. Del Negro has been featured […]

After-school Institute

ISC partnered with Langston Centre of Johnson City, Tennessee, to create an after-school enrichment program for at-risk youth.

Storytelling Live Evening Concerts

EVENING SHOWS May-October Josh grew up in Madison County, North Carolina surrounded by the music and stories of his ancestors.  He is a highly accomplished storyteller and old-time, bluegrass, and […]

Storytelling Live Lineup

STORYTELLER LINEUP Sponsored by McLeod Organics Sponsored by Niswonger Children’s Hospital Sponsored by Buzzed Wings Sponsored by Howard & Rebecca Alexander Sponsored by McLeod Organics Sponsored by Wallace & Catherine […]

Storytelling Live Watch Online

WATCH ONLINE May-October Not in Jonesborough? No problem! Storytelling Live! Virtual Series brings world-class storytelling to your screen, featuring acclaimed storytellers from across the world. Don’t miss this opportunity to […]

Special Events

You are invited to share a memory of our beloved friend and festival founder, Jimmy Neil Smith. Guided interviews will be conducted on the upper level of the Jackson Theatre, […]