Austin Peay State University Foundation selects new members to serve for 2012
January 9, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Foundation has selected 14 new members for 2012.
The APSU Foundation provides the structure through which the University can work directly with special volunteers and community leaders to enhance the financial well being of the University. The Foundation’s purpose is to financially support the University.
The Foundation is a separate entity and is chartered by the state, with the authority to receive private gifts in support of the University. Through its executive committee, the Foundation makes its own policy decisions. The University provides administrative support to the Foundation. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University faculty, staff named for various accomplishments
December 9, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Several faculty and staff members as well as some students at Austin Peay State University have been recognized for their recent professional and scholarly activities.
Dr. Doris Davenport, professor of nursing, was nominated for the March of Dimes Nurse of the Year Award.
Dr. Sara Gotcher, associate professor of theatre and dance, helped to write and direct “Who’s Coming to Dinner?” for the Montgomery County Historical Society in October. On a separate note, she played the role of “Ophelia Owl” in the Clarksville Children’s Theatre production of “Animal Tales: Pumpkin vs. Pie” in October at Dunbar Cave State Park. [Read more]
Commission Sets Course for Civil War Commemorations
June 19, 2011
Montgomery County, TN – The Clarksville Montgomery County Civil War Sesquicentennial or CW150 Commission is gearing up for years of exciting events and commemoration activities in the Clarksville-Montgomery County area.
Over the next four years, there will be a variety of offerings, for young and old alike, to reflect, relive and learn about Montgomery County’s role in the Civil War.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area Programs for June 3rd through June 11th
June 3, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Natural Area has been a State Park since 1973. The cave and its surrounding 110 acres have considerable scenic, natural and historical significance. The entrance offered shelter to prehistoric Native Americans as far back as 10,000 years.
Dunbar Cave State Natural Area will present many nature programs this summer.
Upcoming events include: Wildflower hike, History of Dunbar Cave, Atlatl Demonstration and so much more!
The Clarksville-Montgomery County Historical Society meeting in Palmyra, TN
October 31, 2010
Clarksville, TN – The Montgomery County Historical Society held a panel discussion on the “History of the Hill, Civil War and Otherwise” held at Charlie Foust’s Historic river view home in Palmyra, TN.
Trainfest 2010 comes to Clarksville
April 28, 2010
The model train layouts at Clarksville’s Customs House Museum always draw a crowd. Once a year, the museum and the Montgomery County Historical Society (MCHS) host TRAINFEST, where people who like model trains will find much more to enjoy.
Trainfest 2010 will be held May 1st and 2nd at the Customs House Museum and the L&N Depot in Clarksville, Tennessee.
C. David Elliott surveys the world of trains as he prepares for TrainFest 2010. (Joe Filippo)
TrainFest 2009 chugs into Clarksville
April 1, 2009
TrainFest 2009 will be held Saturday and Sunday, May 2 & 3 at the Customs House Museum and the L & N passenger depot on the corner of Commerce and 10th Streets.
This is the fifth year of the festival that celebrates the history and traditions of railroading in Montgomery County. Saturday admission is $5.00 for adults, $2 for students 6-18 and college students with ID. Children 5 and under, as well as members of the museum and the Montgomery County Historical Society, will be admitted free. Admission tickets can be purchased at either location that Saturday. [Read more]
