CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) Evangelist Franklin Graham will appear in Clarksville May 18 for an evangelistic event at the Liberty Park Amphitheater.
The “Decision America, Tennessee Tour” will also feature singer Jeremy Camp and will be followed by a fireworks display.
Franklin Graham is the son of evangelist Billy Graham, who became America’s best known preacher through massive events dubbed crusades.
These events typically draw crowds in the thousands.
As of 4 p.m. Thursday, traffic volume has already increased in the area surrounding Liberty Park, including Hwy 48-13, Cumberland Dr., and Riverside Dr. The Clarksville Police Department has hired several officers to work overtime at the event, but expect delays between now and later tonight. Parking is limited so arrive early.
According to the Billy Graham website, the Clarksville event is one of four such statewide, “calling the lost to repentance and faith—and praying together with believers for our families, churches, communities, and those far from God.”
Similar events will be held in Chattanooga, Jackson, and Memphis.
The Clarksville event begins at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 18. More details, including volunteer opportunities can be found here.