CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – See a list of events and activities happening the Customs House Museum in April:

Exhibitions:

H.N. James: The Urban Goddesses Through April 14 | Lobby Tennessee portrait photographer, H.N. James exhibits a series of work interpreting figures from mythology. The artist states of her work “We live in a time when old ways of viewing women are being challenged and I am pleased to be a part of that conversation as a living woman artist.”

Bold Strokes: The Art of Sandy Spain Through April 28 | Harvill Gallery This Nashville artist working in acrylics is known for her strong color palette. Ms. Spain has works in private collections throughout the United States, Switzerland, Norway, Canada, Austria, and Germany.

Lynn Garwood: My View Through April 28 | Jostens Gallery My View features a Wisconsin artist who paints everyday objects. In 2009, Lynn Garwood closed down her sign painting business to concentrate on being an artist. Lynn’s paint of choice is acrylics. Under every painting, she paints a positive word. These words can be seen and at other times are completely painted over to be hidden. Twentieth Anniversary of the Tornado Through April 28 | Orgain/Bruner Galleries This retrospective showcases artifacts and local stories related to Clarksville’s 1999 Tornado. The exhibition is sponsored in part by Legends Bank.

Mike Andrews: A New Vision Through May 5 | Crouch Gallery A local teacher & sculptor working in wood and limestone brings his new pieces to the Crouch Gallery. Included in the show are Andrew’s figurative pieces, abstract benches, and wall-mounted forms.

First Responders Through May 12 | Memory Lane First Responders includes artifacts and photographs from the Museum’s Collections related to Clarksville’s emergency responders, including the 1925 fire engine that was used by the Clarksville Fire Department. This exhibition is sponsored in part by Clarksville Dental Center.

15 Over 50: A Women’s History Month Exhibition Through June 9 | Kimbrough Gallery This exhibition features 15 contemporary women artists from across the country all over age 50. Works include photography, painting, and sculpture done in a variety of styles.

Programs and Events:

Friday Mornings in April: Firefighters to the Rescue! April 5, 12, 19, 26 | Explorers’ Landing Drop-in between 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Ages 2-5, with an adult caretaker

Have you seen the real 1925 fire engine in The First Responders Exhibit? Take a look, and then head on over to Explorers’ Landing for some hands-on fun. Make a Fire Engine craft out of different shapes. Explore a “fire” sensory bin; will you be able to “rescue” the animals and trees and houses within the bin?

Hands-on Activities: Create a Sculpture out of Soap Saturday, April 6 & 20 | Family Art Studio Drop-in between 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Grades K-6th, with an adult caretaker

Through May 5th, the Museum is displaying wood and limestone sculptures in an exhibit called “Mike Andrews: A New Vision.” Now, YOU can create a sculpture too, in this fun and interactive drop-in program. Using a bar of Ivory Soap, pottery tools, simple tools found around the house, and your own imagination you can turn a bar of Ivory Soap into your own “masterpiece!” Use one of the simple templates we provide, or create your own design!

Meet the Artist: Marilyn Murphy Saturday, April 13, 2019 | Kimbrough Gallery Drop-in between 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. All welcome

The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center is open with free admission all day. Join us from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm to meet the artist featured in our 15 over Fifty exhibition. Marilyn Murphy is a Professor of Art at Vanderbilt University. Her work has been shown in more than 300 exhibitions nationally and abroad. She will discuss her approach to building a still life image and ways to use colored pencils, chalk, and graphite.

Sunday Family Fun Learning Day: Pokémon Invasion April 28 | Family Art Studio Drop in anytime, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Free with paid admission or membership Kyle Pajala’s interest in Pokémon began while watching the cartoon with his son in 2010. Since that time he has captured hundreds of these fascinating little beings that continue to multiply. Kyle loves to show and talk about his large collection and is always on the lookout for his next capture. He is looking forward to meeting kids and adults who share his fascination.

While in the Family Art Studio use some toilet paper tubes to create your own unique “Pokémon-like” creatures.

All ages are invited to share in the fun!
Art 4 Us: Free Art Workshops for High School & College Students High School Workshops: April 7 & 28 | 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. College Workshops: April 4 & 25 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. For High School & College Students

The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center will offer free art classes to high school and college students during the month of April.

A painting and a sculpting class for college students will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 4. Students may sign up for either class. The painting and sculpting classes for high school students will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 7.

The drawing and multi-media classes for college students will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on April 25. The drawing and multi-media classes for high school students will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on April 28. All those who wish to attend must register at the museum at least one week before the date of the class or classes they would like to attend. A parent or guardian must register for anyone younger than 18 years old.

These classes are made possible through a generous Arts Engagement in American Communities grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. This funding has allowed us to offer a series of free art-making experiences for 1st – 12th graders and college students, as well as artists’ presentations for families on our Second Saturday Free Day.

First Thursday Art Walk Thursday, April 4, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. The Museum is open to the public with free admission as part of Downtown Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk.

Second Saturday Free Admission Day Saturday, April 13 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Museum is open to the public with free admission all day from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. as part of our monthly Second Saturday Free Admission Day.

Pottery Sale During the month of April enjoy 15% off all pottery in store. Choose from locally and regionally crafted mugs, bowls, vases, and more. Members enjoy an extra 10% off Closures:
The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center will be open our regular hours the month of April.

Customs House Museum & Cultural Center
200 S. Second Street Clarksville, TN
931-648-5780
www.customshousemuseum.org