CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Produced by The Downtown Clarksville Association, First Thursday Art Walk is a free, self-guided tour spanning a 5-block radius that combines visual art, live music, engaging events and more in the heart of Downtown Clarksville.

With 10+ venues, bars and businesses participating each month, the First Thursday Art Walk in Clarksville is the ultimate opportunity to savor and support local creative talent.

The April Art Walk will be held April 4 from 5-8 p.m. at the shops and galleries on Public Square, Franklin Street, and Strawberry Alley.

Downtown Artists Co-op (96 Franklin Street)
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“STAYING CURIOUS”
by Stephen Schlegel

The Framemaker (705 North Second Street)
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Paintings by Tara Swalgren
The Framemaker proudly presents paintings by Clarksville, Tennessee artist Tara Swalgren. This exhibit is part of Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk on April 4, 2019. An opening reception will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The exhibit will remain on display at the Framemaker throughout the month of April during normal business hours (Mon. through Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

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The Roxy Regional Theatre – Peg Harvill Gallery (100 Franklin Street)
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The Roxy Regional Theatre is proud to host local artist Terri Jordan in the Peg Harvill Gallery during the month of April. Jordan’s show features new works focused on flowers and women within garden settings to complement the Roxy’s production of David Adjmi’s Marie Antoinette.

Edward’s Steakhouse (107 Franklin Street)
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Edward’s Steakhouse is proud host local artists, Kristy Barnes and Jessica Brewer of B&B Designs, during the April 2019 First Thursday Art Walk.

The Customs House Museum (200 S. 2nd Street)
Exhibitions:

  • H.N. James: The Urban Goddesses Through April 14 | Lobby
  • Bold Strokes: The Art of Sandy Spain Through April 28 | Harvill Gallery
  • Lynn Garwood: My View Through April 28 | Jostens Gallery
  • Twentieth Anniversary of the Tornado Through April 28 | Orgain/Bruner Galleries
  • Mike Andrews: A New Vision Through May 5 | Crouch Gallery
  • First Responders Through May 12 | Memory Lane
    15 Over 50: A Women’s History Month Exhibition Through June 9 | Kimbrough Gallery

DBO Gallery (128 N. Second Street)
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DBO Gallery is proud to host an exhibit by Olasubomi Bashorun during the April 2019 First Thursday Art Walk.

Journey’s Eye Studio (131 Franklin Street)
ARTIST INFORMATION:
Journey’s Eye Studio is proud to support the April 2019 First Thursday Art Walk and will be hosting Ali Lyn.
About The Artist:
Based in Tennessee, Ali Lyn specializes in creating mixed media pieces and fiber artwork.

Horsefeathers Pottery & Art Studio. (94 Franklin Street)
ARTIST INFORMATION:
Horsefeathers Pottery and Art Studio is proud to host local artist, Tracy Bettencourt, during the April 2019 First Thursday Art Walk and will be open from 5:00pm – 7:00pm.
Tracy Bettencourt, artist, advocate for persons with disabilities, motivational speaker and APSU alumni, began to lose her eyesight in her early 30s from an eye disease called Retinitis Pigmentosa. Although the disease has left her blind, the hardships she experienced have not prevented her from living her life to the best of her abilities. She brings new insight to how art is viewed and continues to have a humble heart.

Roux Americajun Restaurant (125 Franklin Street)

Rogate’s Boutique (115 Franklin Street)

Mildred & Mable’s (109 Franklin Street)

The United Way of the Greater Clarksville Region, Inc. (107 Jefferson Street, Suite 1)

Couture Crush (101 Franklin Street)