CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Friends of Dunbar Cave has been awarded a grant from Humanities Tennessee to create a Virtual Cave Tour.
The project entails creating a 360-degree virtual reality film touring Dunbar Cave, making the experience available to those who are unable to participate in a traditional cave tour, according to the grant website.
“A park ranger, archaeologist and indigenous historian descended from Mississippians will guide the viewers. The tour views Mississippian dark zone cave art, stoke marks, and previously unprotected, hence vandalized, portions of the cave,” the site said.
Humanities Tennessee makes funding investments to support cultural, educational and community-based organizations that provide public humanities programs. The grant funds awarded to organizations are leveraged for additional community investment, including financial support and volunteer time.
“We are encouraged and inspired by the thoughtfulness and quality of these projects, especially for the impact they aim to have on communities around Tennessee. Whether they are focused on history, archaeology, performing arts, or popular music, all of these programs will reach audiences with opportunities for deeper reflection on how we experience life and community together. Humanities Tennessee is enthusiastic to support this work in the coming year,” said Tim Henderson, executive director of Humanities Tennessee