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 May Art Walk will be held May 2 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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A Lifetime of Color by Hilda Waide
Recipient of the Tennessee Aquarium Sponsor Award
2018 36th TnWS Exhibition
Music by Colin Hill, guitarist
Opening Reception will be during the First Thursday Artwalk from 5 pm to 8 p.m. The exhibit will be up May 2-31, 2019.
The Framemaker (705 North Second Street)
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New Work: Katherine Tolleson
The Framemaker proudly presents new work by Clarksville, Tennessee artist Katherine Tolleson. This exhibit is part of Clarksville’s First Thursday Art Walk on May 2, 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 May during normal business hours (Mon. through Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
The Roxy Regional Theatre – Peg Harvill Gallery (100 Franklin Street)
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The Roxy Regional Theatre is proud to host local artist Tara Swalgren in the Peg Harvill Gallery during the month of May in conjunction with the upcoming production of Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Journey’s Eye Studio (131 Franklin Street)
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Journey’s Eye Studio will be hosting a book signing with David W. Shelton, launching his book Unification: Rise of the Thunderblade during the May 2019 First Thursday Art Walk
The Customs House Museum (200 S. 2nd Street)
Exhibitions:
The Infamous Captain Weems
Remembering D-Day: 75th Anniversary
Batter Up! Celebrating America’s Pastime
Sharon Rusch Shaver: The Way I See It
Here Comes the Bride
Annual Staff Art
Bold Strokes: The Art of Sandy Spain
15 Over 50: A Women’s History Month Exhibition
City of Clarksville: Parks & Recreation (102 Public Square)
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The City of Clarksville’s Parks & Recreation department is thrilled to join the May 2019 First Thursday Art Walk.
Parks & Recreation proudly hosts:
Alexis Jones-Riverfest Juried Art Show 2018 Winner Best of Show
John Sharp- Riverfest Juried Art Show 2018 Winner 1st Place in professional painting
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 May 2019 First Thursday Art Walk.
Roux Americajun Restaurant (125 Franklin Street)
Rogate’s Boutique (115 Franklin Street)
Mildred & Mable’s (109 Franklin Street)
Couture Crush (101 Franklin Street)
Yada Yada Yada Deli (100 Strawberry Alley)