Customs House Museum Presents the 3rd Annual Laying Low
October 7, 2013
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, October 12th, Laying Low is back for its third installment to benefit the Customs House Museum. Originally created as a laid-back alternative to the annual Flying High fundraiser, Laying Low is an outdoor event suitable for the fall season.
Guests can expect a fun evening with beer, bonfires to cozy up to, and a barbecue dinner by Mark Weakly. [Read more]
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for August 11th, 2013
August 11, 2013
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: Fall Recreation Program Guide, “Rally on the Cumberland” & Outdoor Expo, Riverfest Regatta registration under way, and Tour d’Art Exhibits and Competitions.
The Riverfest Regatta
Customs House Museum to host Carvings, Castings, and Constructions by Mike Andrews
May 10, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Hundred-year old patterns of wheels, squares, stars, and waves merge into beautiful assemblages of wood and steel. These, along side Mike Andrews’ more widely known works of art fill the Crouch gallery of the Customs House Museum on May 17th.
Artist Mike Andrews has been creating art for more than two decades out of limestone, wood, and metal. More recently, he has produced large, wall installations comprised of patterns belonging to the Clarksville Foundry.
Artist Mike Andrews has been creating art for more than two decades out of limestone, wood, and metal. Carvings, Castings, and Constructions will be on exhibit through August 31st.
Customs House Museum continues Women’s History Month Celebration
April 4, 2013
Clarksville, TN – Today there are many recognizable names of women artists, yet according to the National Museum of Women in the Arts only 5% of art currently on display in U.S. museums is made by women.
Eclipsed – Tanya Tewell
Austin Peay Downtown Gallery presents the exhibit “Collective II”
February 7, 2013
Clarksville, TN – A new exhibit at the Austin Peay Downtown Gallery this month will highlight of the work of APSU alumnus Young Kim and APSU art instructor Becky Hall. The exhibit, “Collective II,” will open with a reception from 5:00pm to 8:00pm on February 7th, and it will run through March 2nd.
Kim, a native of South Korea, is an associate professor of art at Elon University in North Carolina. He received his Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Kentucky and his Bachelor of Fine Arts from APSU. His work has been exhibited extensively at numerous galleries, including the Second Street Gallery in Charlottesville, VA, the Hun Gallery in New York City and Causey Contemporary in Brooklyn.
Becky Hall Exhibition
Go Commando Half Marathon & 5k Powered by CDE Lightband Road Closures Announced
October 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Road closures for this weekend have been announced for the 2nd Annual Go Commando Half Marathon & 5k powered by CDE Lightband in downtown Clarksville.
The following streets will be experience intermittent delays from 7:00am until 11:30am on Saturday, October 20th, 2012. [Read more]
Clarksville’s Riverfest Festival continues Today
September 8, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The 2012 Riverfest Festival continues Saturday. The free festival held on the banks of the Cumberland River at McGregor Park celebrates Clarksville’s river heritage.
Come out and join the City of Clarksville, Budweiser, and Agero as they celebrate the 25th annual Riverfest Celebration, September 7th and 8th, 2012. This Free, two day music and arts festival features four stages of a variety of local, regional and nationally-known entertainers, delicious food, and fun for the entire family. [Read more]
Riverfest kicks off this afternoon and continues Saturday
September 7, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The 2012 Riverfest Festival kicks off this afternoon. The free festival held on the banks of the Cumberland River at McGregor Park celebrates Clarksville’s river heritage.
Come out and join the City of Clarksville, Budweiser, and Agero as they celebrate the 25th annual Riverfest Celebration, September 7th and 8th, 2012. This Free, two day music and arts festival features four stages of a variety of local, regional and nationally-known entertainers, delicious food, and fun for the entire family.
Kip Moore is the headliner Saturday night at Riverfest.
The 2012 Riverfest Festival to be held on September 7th and 8th
August 7, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Join the City of Clarksville, Budweiser, and Agero along the banks of the Cumberland River as they celebrate Clarksville’s river heritage at the 25th annual Riverfest Celebration, September 7th and 8th, 2012. This FREE, two day music and arts festival features four stages of a variety of local, regional and nationally-known entertainers, delicious food, and fun for the entire family.
The music kicks off Friday night at 5:00pm with a great lineup of Christian performers on the Mary’s the Music Store Stage to include MIKESCHAIR who will perform at 9:00pm. Eliminator and Little Queen will take to the Bud Light Stage on Friday night, followed by the ultimate Journey tribute band, Chain Reaction.
Riverfest Announces Kip Moore as 2012 Headliner
Downtown Clarksville’s First Thursday ArtWalk June 7th
June 2, 2012
Written Kendall Welsh
Clarksville, TN – The Downtown Clarksville Association invites you join us on Thursday, June 7th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm to celebrate local artists. This is a free event that takes place at shops along Public Square, Strawberry Alley, Main Street, Second Street and Franklin Street.
Participating merchants include: Hodgepodge, The Framemaker, Ingredients and more!
Visit with artists, Mitzi Cross, Malcolm Glass, Monica O’Neill, Kristina Waters and others. [Read more]
