MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - One of the Rutherford County Historical Society’s most popular traditions is almost here, and if you’re not already a member, now’s the time to jump in. The annual Show and Tell Banquet—a favorite for longtime residents, newcomers, and anyone who loves a good story—returns Monday, March 18, 2026, at the Carriage Lane Inn at 337 East Burton Street. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the storytelling begins right at 6:30, so don’t be late.

There is one catch: the banquet is members only, and the deadline to sign up is coming fast. Membership in the RCHS is just $25 a year and covers the entire family, but you must join and purchase banquet tickets by this Wednesday, March 11. Tickets are $30 per person, and with the event’s popularity, organizers expect another full house.

The Show and Tell Banquet has become one of the Society’s signature gatherings, a relaxed evening where history isn’t something you read in a book—it’s something you hold in your hands. Members bring artifacts, heirlooms, documents, or quirky finds that connect to Rutherford County’s past. Some items come from attic clean‑outs, others from family trunks, and some from unexpected discoveries during research or local exploring. Each object comes with a story, and each story adds another thread to the county’s shared history.

If you’ve been thinking about joining the Rutherford County Historical Society, this is the perfect moment. Membership is affordable, the community is welcoming, and the Show and Tell Banquet is one of the most enjoyable ways to plug into local history. Just don’t wait—Wednesday’s deadline is firm, and once it passes, so does your chance to attend this year’s event.