Fort Defiance to host the Surrender of Clarksville event
February 15, 2022
Clarksville, TN – Fort Defiance Interpretive Center will host a living history event on Saturday, February 19th, 2022 from 10:00am until 3:00pm to commemorate the surrender of Fort Defiance to Union soldiers in 1862.
The surrender of Clarksville was a significant event in Civil War history, opening the South to Union forces and the capture of Nashville. Uniformed soldiers will provide living history and cannon firing demonstrations. Visitors are invited to tour the permanent exhibit and view the film, “Crossroads of Change.”
Uniformed Soldiers will provide Living History and Cannon Firing Demonstrations during Surrender Clarksville at Fort Defiance.
Clarksville Tennessee Visitor Experience to Skyrocket in 2022
January 22, 2022
Clarksville, TN – The growth trajectory for Clarksville, Tennessee is exceeding all expectations and that trend is set to continue at least through 2022. Unprecedented openings of new businesses, restaurants, and attractions all over the city will deliver an enhanced experience for both visitors and residents for years to come.
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Clarksville’s Dunbar Cave State Park Programs for December 18th-19th, 2021
December 17, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Dunbar Cave State Park 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 during the year. There are programs for children and adults.
The upcoming events are: History of Dunbar Cave, Coil Pottery, Dunbar Cave In The Civil War, and Our Cultural Landscape.
Dunbar Cave State Park
Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement opens the weekend of June 5th
June 1, 2021
Clarksville, TN – On June 5th and 6th, Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement located in rural Montgomery County, Tennessee, will celebrate its 2021 season. The 40-acre, open-air property showcases pioneer life from 1840-1900 with 16 authentically furnished buildings.
Historic Collinsville
Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement set to open June 5th
May 16, 2021
Clarksville, TN – Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement in rural Montgomery County, Tennessee, celebrates its 2021 season-opening weekend June 5th-6th. The 40-acre, open-air property showcases pioneer life from 1840-1900 with 16 authentically furnished buildings.
Historic Collinsville’s Visitor Center welcomes and introduces guests to a by-gone era. (Terry Minton)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Halloween Event at Fort Defiance
October 21, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, October 30th, 2020, prepare yourself for haunting historical tales of woe and terror! Fort Defiance will be hosting their annual Halloween at the Fort from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. The event is recommended for ages 8 and over.
Visitors are invited to gather around the bonfire and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while listening to local ghost stories.
“Clarksville and the surrounding areas have a rich history of Native Americans, the Civil War, and more,” said William Parker, the Historical Interpreter at Fort Defiance.
A bonfire and ghost stories highlight Halloween at Fort Defiance.
APSU recognizes Outstanding Professors with 2020 Faculty Awards
August 18, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Monday, August 17th, Dr. Maria Cronley, provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at Austin Peay State University (APSU), honored several outstanding professors during a virtual meeting with all APSU faculty.
Austin Peay State University 2020 Faculty Awards. (APSU)
Austin Peay State University faculty edits Diary that provides glimpse of Clarksville during Civil War
August 5, 2020
Clarksville, TN – In the mid-1980s, an old store ledger was found inside a local smokehouse. At first glance, it seemed like little more than trash, but then someone opened the yellowed, water-stained pages and read surreal accounts of Clarksville during the Civil War.
“Clarksville is almost depopulated,” the ledger recorded. “All the escaped soldiers have been ordered to the main army via Clarksville before the Yankees get in. I ripped the stripes off a young man’s coat over at Uncle W’m’s this evening that he might not be detected on his journey. Once I enjoyed sewing them, but now I take them off as willingly.”
Austin Peay State University professor of history Dr. Minoa Uffelman holds the Diary of Serepta Jordan. (APSU)
Clarksville Parks and Recreation announces Surrender of Clarksville event to be held at Fort Defiance
February 11, 2020
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, February 22nd, 2020, the Fort Defiance Interpretive Center will be hosting a living history event from 10:00am to 3:00pm to commemorate the surrender of Fort Defiance to Union soldiers in 1862.
The surrender of Clarksville was a significant event in Civil War history, opening the South to Union forces and the capture of Nashville. Uniformed soldiers will provide living history and cannon firing demonstrations. Visitors are invited to tour the permanent exhibit and view the film, “Crossroads of Change.”
Surrender of Clarksville to feature Uniformed Soldiers provide Living History and Cannon Firing Demonstrations at Fort Defiance.
Clarksville’s Customs House Museum February 2020 Exhibits, Activities
January 27, 2020
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.
Some of the events in February at the Museum are: Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Lucy Dunwody Boehm Porcelain Collection, Apron Strings: Ties to the Past, Reimagined Lore: The Art of Tara Swalgren, I Have a Voice: Traveling Exhibition from Tennessee State Museum, Serepta Jordan: From the Collection, and Family Fun Learning: A Salute to the Model Train Crew.
Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
