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Camping Tales<br />
In the early 1900s, Henry Ford and Thomas Alva Edison were making their<br />
way from New York to Asheville, North Carolina, camping along the way. In<br />
Washington County they stopped at a private farm and camped for several<br />
days. Legend has it that Edison decided since he was in the South he<br />
would honor the Confederacy and name the camp Robert E.<br />
Lee. It became a media event with Jonesborough dignitaries<br />
and the press visiting the camp.<br />
Today, you can create your own camping history at<br />
Persimmon Ridge Campground. If you are looking for<br />
a relaxing mountain getaway, soak in the surrounding<br />
natural mountain landscape. If you are looking for<br />
activities, soak in some sun when you take a short walk to<br />
Wetlands Water Park. Stop at the playground or basketball<br />
courts along the way and take a hike on the trails behind<br />
the Water Park. Take a short ride or long walk to historic<br />
Main Street, Jonesborough, where you will find history,<br />
culture, shopping, and unique dining.<br />
1527 Persimmon Ridge Road<br />
423-791-1318<br />
Email prcg@embarqmail.com<br />
historicjonesborough.com–Lodging/Camping<br />
Camping In Jonesborough.<br />
The rest of the story...<br />
Similar to the men<br />
long ago who came<br />
together to create the<br />
town of Jonesborough<br />
and the coming of the<br />
railroad, two years ago<br />
several local investors<br />
decided it was time for<br />
a peaceful place of rest<br />
in the historic town of<br />
Jonesborough.<br />
AmericInn Lodge<br />
and Suites was designed<br />
with great care to complement the historical ambiance of the town. Families<br />
will love the convenience of our indoor heated pool and spa. We offer suites<br />
with fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, small kitchens, and balconies. These amenities<br />
are also available in some of our standard rooms.<br />
Laundry facilities are available for an extended stay.<br />
It is a short walk from the hotel to historic Main<br />
Street. You will walk past a refurbished one-room school. When the bell rings,<br />
you may see children in period dress with lunch pails curtsy or bow before<br />
the teacher and proceed into the classroom for lessons taught similar to that<br />
of the 1890s.<br />
Continue to the Washington County-Jonesborough Library where you<br />
can research your ancestral beginnings in the Genealogy section. The Great<br />
Stage Coach Road was a main passageway for folks going west and their<br />
information can be found at the library. Historic Main Street is booming with<br />
eclectic shopping, culture, and dining. On Tuesday evening guests can walk<br />
to the Cranberry Thistle and listen to<br />
storytelling and live music. Ask our<br />
friendly front desk staff for dining<br />
ideas that will cure any craving.<br />
Come and stay with us at the<br />
AmericInn Lodge and Suites. You<br />
will experience our peaceful and<br />
charming setting with a welcoming<br />
staff that is eager to serve you. And<br />
that is the “rest” of the story.<br />
AmericInn.com • 376 East Jackson Boulevard,<br />
Jonesborough, TN • 423-753-3100<br />
7 See map on page 23<br />
Historic Jonesborough, Tennessee • historicjonesborough.com<br />
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