CLARKSVILLE BLOG

Michelle Dickerson
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Michelle Dickerson

Michelle Dickerson is Visit Clarksville's Senior Director of Marketing & PR. She's a Clarksville native who loves sharing stories about the city's places, history, and people, and showing the world its beauty. When she's not working, she'll have a book in her hands or within reach. She loves to explore the nation's backroads -- usually ending at a mountain or charming town -- tend her flower gardens, and play piano. 

8 More Fun Free Family Activities

Who doesn’t love free?! Our May post with “8 Fun Free Family Activities” has been so popular, we’ve added 8 more ideas! Whether you’re looking for an affordable destination that will guarantee fun for the whole family, some day-trip or weekend getaway ideas, or even some activities to get the kids…

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6 Scenic Spring Trails (With Lunch Ideas)

Updated on 3/19/2025 As the weather warms, Clarksville's trails come alive with the melodies of songbirds and the rustle of new foliage. Whether you are seeking a peaceful escape for a scenic family stroll, an urban trail full of public art, or a more rugged unpaved path to challenge yourself, you…

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Golf, Guns & Brews: The Ultimate Man Weekend

Two full days of golf, a little shooting and a couple of breweries gives you the ultimate man weekend adventure! First things first. When the day is filled with adventure, we must fill our stomachs! Start with a hearty breakfast at The Choppin' Block. It’s the city’s only butcher shop with a…

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Visit These Two Historic Sites Before Summer Ends

Kiddos in Clarksville have just over three weeks before school starts! These two top-rated historic attractions will keep the summer fun rolling, but will also ignite (or reignite) an interest in local history...and maybe all things educational. OK, that's probably a stretch, but kids of all ages…

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21 Places to Take a Selfie

Clarksville unveiled its 21st public art piece this month. Twelve of the pieces – at least – are in a proximity that’s easily walkable within the city’s downtown core. Murals, sculptures, fountains, and flames are among the art pieces you’ll see showcased along city streets, urban trails, buildings…

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History's All Around You in Clarksville, TN

Clarksville, Tennessee is first and foremost a river city. The Cumberland and Red Rivers merge in the heart of the town, very near where the city was founded in 1784. Today, a fully-developed Cumberland RiverWalk adorns this significant juncture, and an enclosed RiverCenter tells Clarksville’s…

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