CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Join Clarksville Parks and Recreation at 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 22 at Fort Defiance when Sylvia Britton presents “Tinctures and Medicines” as part of a new educational programming series, Life in the 1800’s. This new series is sponsored by The Friends of Fort Defiance.
“Tinctures and Medicines” will provide an overview of the medicines and home remedies as well as techniques and instruments used during the mid-19th century.
This monthly educational series continues on Saturday, November 19 with “Period Toy Making” presented by Phyllis Smith. Other programs will include candle dipping, weaving, lace making, clothes washing, and more.
For more information, please visit www.cityofclarksville.com/fortdefiance or call 931-472-3351.
About Fort Defiance
Fort Defiance, which overlooks the confluence of the Red and Cumberland Rivers, was a cornerstone of the Confederate defense of the area and an important part of the eventual Union occupation of Clarksville. In 1982, Judge and Mrs. Sam Boaz, donated the property to the City of Clarksville. In 2008, the City secured a $2.2 million federal grant that was combined with local funding and the process of construction of the interpretive center and walking trails began. The more than 1,500-square-foot Center features exhibits about the local area and the fort during the Civil War.
Fort Defiance Interpretive Center is open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. during the Fall & Winter. For more information, visit www.fortdefianceclarksville.com.