CLARKSVILLE, TN — The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center is the recent recipient of multiple awards in 2021 from the Southeastern Museums Conference.
“Through the hardships of this past year, the Museum has been steadfast in working to improve the Museum experience for all its constituents through new programs, innovative events and improved visitor experience,” museum spokesperson Maegan Collins said in a release.
The SEMC awards come from two categories — Technology and Publication Design. The Technology Competition recognizes excellence in the use of technology and winning entries demonstrate innovation, effective design, accessibility, creativity and recognition of institutional identity.
The Publications Design Competition encourages communication, effective design, creativity, pride of work and recognition of institutional image and identity.
“It is always an honor to be recognized by a sanctioning organization such as SEMC that is composed of peer institutions throughout the southeastern United States. This means that we are considered leaders in our effort to bring meaningful and innovative programs to our audiences. It’s highly motivating for our staff to receive these awards,” said Customs House Museum Director Frank Lott.
The Southeastern Museums Conference (SEMC) is an association of museums, museum staff, independent professionals and corporate partners. It serves as the major regional networking organization for museums and their staff in the southeastern states.
The Museum also received other significant awards this past year from the Tennessee Association of Museums (TAM) and the national Museum Store Association (MSA). The Museum is pleased to showcase the Clarksville-Montgomery County community to both regional and national audiences.
Awards from the Southeastern Museums Conference 2021
- Gold Award for Publication Design for Campaign – Museum Discovery Quest
- Silver Award for Publication Design of Posters – Jazz in June
- Silver Award for Technology for Campaign – Grand Illumination Fundraiser
- Honorable Mention Award for Gallery Installations – In-Museum Digital Screens
Recent Awards from the Tennessee Association of Museums
- Award of Excellence for Blockbuster Exhibit – 25th Anniversary of the Lucy Dunwody Boehm Porcelain Collection
- Award of Excellence for Audio Visual Film/Documentary – Huff & Puff Model Trains Exhibit Tour
- Award of Excellence for Educational Programming – Museum Discovery Quest
- Award of Commendation for Special Event – Grand Illumination Fundraiser
Recognition from the National Museum Store Association
- Best Pop-Up Store or Special Event – Noel Night 2020
About the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center:
Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Clarksville, Tennessee, the Customs House Museum & Cultural Center is the state’s second largest general interest museum with over 35,000 square feet of exhibit space, and houses hands-on activities and special events. Membership and admission information can be found at customshousemuseum.org.