{"id":30674,"date":"2023-01-18T08:33:42","date_gmt":"2023-01-18T14:33:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discoverclarksville.com\/articles\/?p=30674"},"modified":"2023-01-18T00:42:51","modified_gmt":"2023-01-18T06:42:51","slug":"clarksvilles-customs-house-museum-february-2023-exhibits-activities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.discoverclarksville.com\/articles\/2023\/01\/18\/clarksvilles-customs-house-museum-february-2023-exhibits-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Clarksville\u2019s Customs House Museum February 2023 Exhibits, Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"TheClarksville, TN<\/strong> – 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.<\/p>\n

Some of the events in February at the Museum include Champagne & Chocolate, Art of the Horse, A Woman\u2019s Room, Roger Dale Brown: Capturing the Essence, Nights & Cities: Impressions in Lithography, Storytime & Craft, Making a Difference<\/p>\n

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Customs House Museum Exhibits<\/h3>\n

Art of the Horse<\/strong>
\nJanuary 31st \u2013 April 9th | Kimbrough Gallery<\/p>\n

This invitational show features a variety of 2D and 3D works of art inspired by the equine. Artists include Jill Soukup, Booth Malone, Matt Flint, Mary Ross Bushholz, Sandy Graves, Rox Corbett, Shawn Cameron and more.<\/p>\n

A Woman\u2019s Room<\/strong>
\nFebruary 1st \u2013 April 16th | Lobby<\/p>\n

From hairpins to high heels and anything in between, check out this selection of artifacts from the Museum collections pertaining to women\u2019s fashion.<\/p>\n

Roger Dale Brown: Capturing the Essence<\/strong>
\nThrough February 26th | Crouch Gallery<\/p>\n

Roger Dale Brown has made it his life\u2019s work to connect deeply to places around the world, incorporating knowledge of their nature, history, architecture and culture in his creative process. This collection of plein air landscapes showcases his passion and admiration for the outdoors.<\/p>\n

Nights & Cities: Impressions in Lithography<\/strong>
\nThrough February 26th | Jostens Gallery<\/p>\n

Richard Florsheim (1916 \u2013 1979) was an American painter, lithographer, and sculptor who studied and exhibited across Europe, Chicago, New York, and beyond. His work is in the permanent collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and right here at the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center.<\/p>\n

Making a Difference<\/strong>
\nThrough February 26 th| Harvill Gallery<\/p>\n

Celebrate Black History Month with these stories of trailblazers from Clarksville\u2019s African American community.<\/p>\n

Maria D\u2019Souza: From Dreams<\/strong>
\nThrough March 19th | Orgain & Bruner Galleries<\/p>\n

Using the world\u2019s most iconic animals as the raw form, Maria D\u2019Souza combines design, color, and dimension to create beaded skull works that stylistically range from western to contemporary.<\/p>\n

Museum Events<\/h3>\n

History on the Rocks @ Strawberry Alley Ale Works<\/strong>
\nJanuary 26th | 5:30pm \u2013 7:00pm<\/p>\n

Join us Downtown at Strawberry Alley Ale Works for a special history happy hour with Second & Commerce <\/i>magazine. Check out the newest issue along with conversations with contributing writers!<\/p>\n

First Thursday Art Walk<\/strong>
\nFebruary 2nd | 5:00pm \u2013 8:00pm | Free to the public<\/p>\n

The Museum offers free admission during First Thursday Art Walk Clarksville from 5:00pm \u2013 8:00pm. Brutha\u2019s BBQ food truck will be set up in the Courtyard. Join us in the Turner Auditorium at 6 pm for a special Black History Month program in association with the Mt Olive Cemetery Historical Preservation Society and the Clarksville- Montgomery County African American Legacy Trail.<\/p>\n

Champagne & Chocolate<\/strong>
\nFebruary 3rd | 6:00pm \u2013 9:00pm | $75.00 tickets<\/p>\n

The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center\u2019s premier winter fundraiser, Champagne & Chocolate, is back for the first time since 2020! Invite your date or a group of friends to this evening soiree and indulge in a selection of savory and sweet bites, and of course, champagne & chocolate<\/i>!<\/p>\n

Place your bids in the silent auction packed with unique art pieces and donated items perfect for a Valentine\u2019s Day gift for your love. Live music and a wine pull add to the fun of the night!<\/p>\n

Museum Programs<\/h3>\n

Storytime & Craft<\/strong>
\nFebruary 2nd & 16th | 10:30am | All ages, with adult
\nFree with membership or paid admission | Family Art Studio<\/p>\n

Join us in the Family Art Studio to read our favorite children\u2019s books and create fun-themed crafts!<\/p>\n

*All parents are expected to participate with and supervise their children.<\/p>\n

DIY Valentine\u2019s Day Cards<\/strong>
\nFebruary 12th | 2:00pm \u2013 4:00pm | All ages, with adult
\nFree with membership or paid admission | Family Art Studio<\/p>\n

Celebrate love and kindness with family and friends by creating your own handmade Valentine\u2019s Day cards at the Museum! Participants can make up to three cards to take home.<\/p>\n

*All parents are expected to participate with and supervise their children.<\/p>\n

You With the BIG Name <\/strong>\u2013 Storytime, Book Signing & Craft<\/strong>
\n<\/span>February 19th | 2:00pm | Ages 7+, with adult
\nFree with membership or paid admission | Turner Auditorium & Family Art Studio<\/p>\n

Join local author Natesia Turner as she reads her new children\u2019s book all about building confidence, self-love, and empowerment, You With the BIG Name<\/i>. Then, head down to the Family Art Studio for a personalized craft! Grab a copy of the book in Seasons: The Museum Store.<\/p>\n

Family Art Saturday: Sparkling Winter Paintings<\/strong>
\nFebruary 25th | 10:00am \u2013 12:00pm & 2:00pm \u2013 4:00pm
\nAges 3+, with adult Free with membership or paid admission | Family Art Studio<\/p>\n

Create a magical swirling work of art with paint and Epsom salt! This activity is open-ended, self-motivated and based on experimenting. Each one will be unique and beautiful. Come prepared to get a bit messy!<\/p>\n

*All parents are expected to participate with and supervise their children.<\/p>\n

F&M Bank Huff & Puff Express Model Trains<\/strong>
\nExhibit open daily | Trains run Sundays 1:00pm \u2013 4:00pm, Wednesdays 10:00am \u2013 12:00pm, Fridays 10:00am \u2013 12:00pm and the last Saturday of each month 1:00pm \u2013 4:00pm<\/p>\n

Enjoy one of the largest model railroad layouts in the region boasting a miniature castle, UFO and scenic landscape. Interact with the miniature world by making automobiles move and helicopters fly. The model train exhibit is open daily and themes change every season.<\/p>\n

Seasons: The Museum Store<\/h3>\n

Jewelry Sale<\/strong>
\nOffer expires February 28th, 2023<\/p>\n

Treat your loved one (or yourself!) to unique, handcrafted jewelry pieces from Seasons. All jewelry is 15% off; members receive 25% off.<\/p>\n

Museum Closings<\/h3>\n

The Museum will close at 3:00pm on Friday, February 3rd for a special event.<\/p>\n

About the Customs House Museum<\/h3>\n

\"Customs<\/a>Located in the heart of historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee, the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is the State\u2019s second-largest general museum. The original portion of the building was constructed in 1898 as a U.S. Post Office and Customs House for the flourishing tobacco trade. Incorporating a number of architectural styles, the original structure is one of the most photographed buildings in the region.<\/p>\n

With over 35,000 square feet of the region\u2019s best hands-on activities and special events\u2026people of all ages agree \u2013 the Customs House Museum is well worth the stop!<\/p>\n

The Explorer\u2019s Gallery is packed with fun, learning, and fantasy in Aunt Alice\u2019s Attic, McGregor\u2019s Market and kitchen, and of course \u2013 the Bubble Cave! Finally, get \u201call aboard\u201d to see our fantastic model trains. Our volunteer engineers \u201cride the rails\u201d every Sunday afternoon from 1:00pm to 5:00pm.<\/p>\n

Regular museum hours are 10:00am to 5:00pm Tuesday through Saturday, and 1:00pm to 5:00pm on Sundays. Adult admission is $7.00, Senior Citizens and College ID $5.00, Ages 6 to 18 $3.00, and under six years and Museum members are free.<\/p>\n

The Customs House Museum is located at 200 South Second Street. For more information, call 931.648.5780 or visit their website at www.customshousemuseum.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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