As the 2024 Olympics herald a new era of athletic excellence, the legacies of Pat Head Summitt and Wilma Rudolph shine brighter than ever in Clarksville, Tennessee. Nestled within Liberty Park, their statues not only commemorate their astonishing achievements but also symbolize resilience…
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Ready for a little history? August offers a great opportunity to take a step back in time and explore several sites that tell the story of life as it was. Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement Just a short drive from downtown Clarksville, Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement is presenting…
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updated 3/23/23 Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement in rural Montgomery County will kick off the 2023 season on Saturday, April 1, with hands-on activities for all ages! From butter making to blacksmith demonstrations, it will be a full day of fun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can…
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From medicine to education to athletics to music, the contribution of black Clarksvillians to the city's and the nation's history is significant. Throughout the city, you'll easily find evidence that we honor and celebrate these noteworthy accomplishments every day of the year. Historic markers…
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Architecture is art and Clarksville, Tenn. is well-known for stunning mid-19 th Century buildings. Franklin Street's commercial district consistently receives a “Wow!” from first-time visitors. The spires of at least three historic churches impress the city’s skyline. It’s been said that the 1898…
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What if we told you that “the most gifted instrumentalist of all time… an influence on guitarists everywhere,” (not our words, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s) honed his craft right here in Clarksville, Tennessee? It’s true. Jimi Hendrix, the left-handed, legendary guitarist known for “Hey Joe” and…
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Historic Collinsville Pioneer Settlement in rural Montgomery County opens its 2022 season this weekend, April 1-3, 2022. This 40-acre open-air property showcases pioneer life from 1840-1900 with 16 authentically furnished buildings. Guests can discover pioneer life in this beautiful and peaceful…
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Clarksville, Tenn. is home to many impressive women. Athletics, medicine, business and the arts are all different fields with opportunities today because of the contributions of these seven Clarksville trailblazers. You’ll likely recognize some names, but you may not know others. Below are a few who…
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Clarksville is home to a rich history rooted in the stories of African American culture. These individuals and their testaments continue to influence the city’s landscape. To honor and educate the city’s visitors about the narrative around the region’s correlation with Black History, the African…
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Kids love Clarksville. And Clarksville loves kids! As one of the youngest cities in Tennessee, Clarksville is filled with children and young families. You might expect to find plenty of kid-friendly, kid-approved things to do, and you would be right. In fact, we have a web page devoted to Things to…
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