Austin Peay Downtown Gallery to present exhibition of new works by Paul Collins
October 4, 2012
Clarksville, TN – This month, the Austin Peay Downtown Gallery will present “Grow Where You’re Planted,” an exhibition of new works by APSU assistant professor of art Paul Collins.
The exhibit, which opens with a reception from 5:00pm-8:00pm on October 4th, will feature drawings and paintings inspired by the incredible rate of vegetative growth in the landscape of Middle Tennessee.
“Grow Where You’re Planted” exhibit by APSU assistant professor of art Paul Collins.
Custom House Museum October 2012 Exhibits and Activities
September 30, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is located in historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. Come explore an entire city block featuring large gallery spaces filled with fine art, science and history.
In the month of October, the Museum will feature Impressions of Reality: The Art of Camille Engel, George McGlothin as Clay Faulkner, Sunday Family Fun: Meet the Mannequins, Art & Lunch: Whistler and so much more.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for September 30th, 2012
September 30, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include:
- Indoor Aquatic Center to open for the season
- Bark in the Park
- Youth Basketball League Registration & Coaches training
- Fright on Franklin
6th Annual Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash Tickets on Sale
September 28, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The Humane Society of Clarksville Montgomery County is hosting the 6th Annual Wags to Witches Fur Ball Bash Saturday, October 20th, 2012 at the Riverview Inn from 7:00pm to midnight.
Tickets are now on sale at any Cumberland Band & Trust branch through October 18th. Tickets are $50.00 each. [Read more]
Traces Brings Eerie Sense of Nostalgia to Customs House Museum
September 24, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Local photographer Greg Sand comes across as a shy, somewhat mysterious guy. The same can be said of his latest photography series. Traces (on exhibit in the Planters Bank Peg Harvill Gallery through October) is a suite of sixteen digital images.
At first glance the viewer is reminded of old family photos from the 60s. Upon further inspection one finds only the shadows and reflections of people who were once present. [Read more]
Customs House Museum Family Fun Day September 23rd, 2012 with “Fabulous, Fantastic Furniture”
September 20, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Come out to the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center Sunday, September 23rd for Family Fun Day.
Explore the Cumberland Furniture Guild exhibit and then join us in the Coca Cola Café to design and make some of your own furniture with paper, small cardboard boxes, craft sticks, and pictures from magazines.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
George McGlothin Performs as Civil War Soldier at the Customs House Museum
September 15, 2012
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 5th, the Customs House Museum will take a look back into 1863 through the eyes of a Civil War soldier. The event will feature historian George McGlothin, who will be assuming the persona of Clay Faulkner.
It will take place in the Museum’s Turner Auditorium at 6:00pm. Admission is free and open to the public.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
Award Winning “Fright on Franklin” is one event you don’t want to miss
September 12, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The 4th Annual Fright on Franklin, presented by The City of Clarksville and Planter’s Bank, will take place, Saturday, October 27th, beginning at 3:00pm in Downtown Clarksville.
This free, family friendly and award winning event is for adults and kids of all ages and will feature safe trick-or-treating, costume contests, and much more!
A young girl receives candy at Fright on Franklin
“Let’s Find: Trees” at the Customs House Museum September 12th and 13th
September 10, 2012
Clarksville, TN – On Wednesday September 12th and Thursday September 13th, from 10:30am–11:30am, children 3 – 5 years old and their grown-ups are invited to explore the Customs House Museum from a child’s perspective.
This month we will be looking for trees in the exhibit, Tennessee Watercolor Society: Selections from the Biennial Exhibition. We will also read a story and make a craft. [Read more]
7th Annual ‘Frolic on Franklin’ Features Artistic Variety
September 1, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Downtown Clarksville’s 7th Annual Frolic on Franklin: A Celebration of the Arts will take place Saturday, September 15th from 9:00am-4:00pm. The free event will showcase the works of 26 local and regional artists along the 100 block of historic Franklin Street.
A variety of original artwork and crafts will be on display including jewelry and beaded items, pottery, paintings, woodwork, ceramics, glass items, fabric items, photography, garden and seasonal items, and more. Items will be for sale with prices ranging from $2 – $2,000.
Frolic on Franklin
