2012 clarksville visitors guide
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Find your way to Clarksville, TN this year and discover that getting away from it all is closer than you think. Located in the picturesque region of Middle Tennessee, Clarksville is conveniently located along I-24 and only ashort 40 minute drive from the Nashville International Airport. Once here,you can enjoy activities on the beautiful Cumberland River, play a round ofgolf, sip some locally made wines, attend an award-winning festival or take in the nightlife.
Love to shop? Explore our multitude of well-known stores or calm your craving for the unique find at one of the many specialty shops that callClarksville home. Settled in the 1790’s by John Montgomery, Clarksville is one of the South’s most historic cities. Take a stroll downtown and see the restored brick sidewalks, period lighting, benches and planters. The FranklinStreet thoroughfare represents the centerpiece of a thriving downtown district.
While downtown, take the time to explore the area at your leisure on one of our self-guided walking or driving tours, some of the attractions you will find are:• Shopping at a number of antique shops and boutiques.• Locally-owned restaurants offering everything from pizza, pasta and fresh brews to steak and seafood, casual or upscale, there is something to please no matter your mood.• Professional productions at a 1940’s modern art theatre.• Stunning architecture dating to the early 1850’s.• The second most visited general history museum and one of the region’s most photographed structures.• Austin Peay State University, with its galleries and historic architecture• Public art displays including photography, statues and a mural highlighting Clarksville’s heritage.
Our moderate climate makes us every nature lover’s dream location. Stateparks and the Clarksville Greenway provide miles of walking and biking trails;your taste for the outdoors will be satisfied. Both the Cumberland and RedRivers also provide endless hours of aquatic excitement. All of this doesn’t eventouch on the many year round attractions that make Clarksville distinctive.From the Customs House Museum to Beachaven Winery and Vineyards wecan provide a list of “must sees” for your visit.
We are home to Fort Campbell Army Post. Since its inception in August of1942, Fort Campbell has become home to the 101st Airborne Division, theonly Air Assault division in the world. It also hosts two prestigious OperationsCommand units; the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) and the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne). Known to many as theScreaming Eagles, a nickname they earned during the Second World War, FortCampbell and the 101st continue to be one of the Army’s most deployedgroups of soldiers. Civilian visitors can gain access and information by visitingthe Visitor’s Center located at Gate Four.
Clarksville-Montgomery County has a great deal to brag about. Like our richriver heritage, our diverse community and our deep history. But those thingsare better left to experience on your own terms. Words cannot do justice to allthat the area has to offer. Instead pack your bags, load the family in the car,and come by for a weekend (or longer)! With so much to do, you will want tocome back again and again to this gem on the Cumberland.
ContentsHistory 1Fort Campbell 2Downtown & Night Life 3Recreation & Outdoors 4Art & Culture 6Shopping, Eating & Sleeping 8Area Advertisers 9Clarksville Map 11
Clarksville’s Civil War story may not be glamorous, but it is significant. Four markers have been placed in location throughout the county giving detailed account of the historic events that tookplace in this area. Follow the trail and relive history. The four current markers are located at Public Square, the corner of Universityand College Streets, Highway 76 and Riverside Drive near the pedestrian overpass. The trail is part of the multi-state Civil WarSesquicentennial Celebration that kicked off in 2011.
Beautifully preserved fieldswhere the North’s first majorvictory of the Civil War wasfought. Approximately 750lives were lost on this historicground. Located only a short45 minute drive fromClarksville.
Hours: 8 a.m. – 4 p.mAdmission: Free Tour Time: 2 Hours120 National Park Road, Dover, TN 931-232-5706 • nps.gov/fodo
Since 1806 students have come to this urban campus for higher education. In 1927 the name waschanged to Austin Peay State University in honor of then GovernorPeay. The campus is home to severalart galleries, state-of-the-art teaching facilities, sporting events and theatrical productions. Emerald Hillmansion, home of the Alumni Center, is on the National Register ofHistoric Places and is located on Second Street, just off campus.
Hours: Open Daily601College Street931-221-7011 www.apsu.edu
In April of 2011, the Fort Defiance Civil WarPark opened its doors to a new interpretive center. Kicking off the 150th anniversary of the
war that defineda century andchanged thecountry, Fort Defiance overlooks theRed and Cumberland Rivers and hasa breathtaking view of the Down-town. Visitors are encouraged towalk the trails and enjoy the history that the location represents.Displays, cannons and the occasionalreenactors are just some of the things you can enjoy on your visit to Fort Defiance.
Hours: Spring/Summer Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun. 1-5pm; Fall/Winter Mon. – Sat. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sun. 1-5pmAdmission: Free Tour Time: 30 Minutes120 Duncan Street931-472-3351
Austin Peay State University
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Fort Defiance
Fort Defiance
Fort Donelson
Situated on 40 rolling acres, thisliving history museum features 18 restored log homes and outbuildings. Authentic periodartifacts fill each building. Picnicareas and walking trails are scattered throughout thegrounds. All of the structuresdate back to 1830-1870 and feature authentic furnishing. Awildlife center houses several examples of natural Tennessee flora and fauna. Group tours and student group packages are available.
Hours: May 15-Oct. 12, Thurs.-Sun., 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.; Other times anddates by appointment • Admission: $5; Children Under 5: FreeTour time: 2 Hours 4711 Weakley Road, Southside, TN 931-648-9141historiccollinsville.com
Built in 1858 by wealthy tobacconist Christopher Smith, this majestic antebellum home overlooks the Cumberland River.Constructed during the troubledpre Civil War era, the architecturereflects Greek Revival and Italianatestyles. The home boasts grand hallways, an exquisite curved staircase and a “widow’s walk” onthe roof. During the wintermonths, local organizations fill thehome with over 20 Christmas treesdecorated and sparkling. In 1998,the mansion was placed on the Na-tion Register of Historic Places.
Hours: Weekdays, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Evenings and Weekends, by appointment only Admission: Adults $2, children $1 Tour Time: 45 Minutes 101 McClure Street 931-648-9998
A statue depicting a World War II soldier is the center of this smallplaza that honors all of Clarksville’sfallen heroes from the Civil Warthrough Desert Storm. The memorial is outside of VeteransPlaza, which houses County officesand the public library.
Admission: Free • Tour Time: 10 Minutes • 350 Pageant Lane
Located within Fort Campbell Military Post, this museum is filledwith authentic memorabilia. The history of the 101st Airborne Division Screaming Eagles, 5th Special Forces and 160th SpecialOperations can be followed fromWWII to Operation Iraqi Freedom.Just outside the museum various aircraft, military equipment andmonuments are on display and willcapture the imagination of everychild and child-at-heart. Visitorsmust obtain a visitors pass at Gate Four to gain access to the facility.
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Closed Sun., Christmas and New Year’s Admission: Free • Group Tours Available • Tour Time: 1 Hour Building 5702, Tennessee Avenue, Fort Campbell270-798-3215 • fortcampbell.com/pratt
The annual Fort Campbell Screaming Eagles Independence Week celebration of America’s birthday features carnival with midway rides andattractions, games of skill entertainment and a variety of concessions. Held on post, there are also concerts and other stages entertainment sureto please the whole family.
Division Parade Field, Fort Campbell, KY • 270-798-2853fortcampbellmwr.com
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Historic Collinsville
Smith-Trahern Mansion
Veteran’s Plaza
Don F. Pratt Museum
See the best of historic DowntownClarksville and its perimeter through self-guided walking and driving tours.Brochure maps are available at the Welcome Center, Chamber of Commerce,Customs House Museum, MontgomeryCounty Courthouse and Cumberland RiverCenter.Admission: Free • Tour Time: 2 Hours 931-647-2331
Built in 1890, the L&N Train Station wasthe scene for the Monkee’s hit “Last Trainto Clarksville”. Once, one of the busiest locations in Clarksville, with soldiers andcivilians arriving and departing daily, thefacility is now open for public and privateuse. The Farmer’s Market is open Thursdaymornings during the summer and fall in theTrain Station parking lot. Hours: Tues., Thurs., & Sat., 9 a.m. -1 p.m.Admission: $1 • Tour Time: 30 Minutes Commerce and 10th Streets • 931-553-2486Farmer’s Market: Thursday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Originally constructed in the 1800’s, theCourthouse and Courts Complex is a blend ofstate of the art technology and historic charm.Restored and remodeled after the 1999 tornado, this architectural beauty is the symbolof Clarksville’s historic downtown. Adorningthe corridors of both buildings are 150 photographs illustrating the history and heritage of Montgomery County.Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. • Admission: FreeTour Time: 1 Hour • 1 Millennium Plaza (2nd and Commerce Streets)931-648-5700
A monthly event, business owners and downtown galleries open theirdoors to those interested in seeing the works of local artists at this celebrated monthly event. Many businesses feature one or more localartists work in their boutiques and restaurants offering one-on-onetime with the artists for people to view, discuss and purchase items created by local artists. Hours: First Thursday of Each month, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. • Admission: Free931-647-0444 • historicdowntownclarksville.org
Clarksville’s oldest professional theatreoffers patrons a combination of profes-sional company shows (performed by actors from throughout the country) and community offerings. Housed in a1947 modern art theatre, the Roxy produces ten main stage events annually.The Roxy’s “Other Space” produces fournew scripts a year in its forty-seat, black-box theatre.100 Franklin Street 931-645-7699 To view the upcoming shows and times visit: roxyregionaltheatre.org
Downtown Market located in Historic Downtown, is an open air market that features local farmer’s freshproduce, delicious baked items and otherhandmade goods. Unique and one-of-a-kind arts and crafts are also available. Themarket is open May–October, weatherpermitting. Saturday at Public Square8 a.m. – 12 p.m.931-645-7476 • clarksvilledowntownmarket.com
This internationally award winning eventfeatures over 100 entertainers on sixstages, art,children’s events, a teen area, international exhibits and community talent shows, all spanning across historicDowntown Clarksville. The best part isthat the entire festival is FREE! Rivers &Spires Festival started in 2003 as a
tribute to the returning soldiers of the 101st AirborneDivision (Air Assault). Sincethen, it has continue to follow this heritage,with special tributes for the many S oldiersfrom nearby Fort Campbell deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan.Hours: Thursday and Friday afternoon, Saturday all day Admission: Free, concessions Available 931-245-4344 • riversandspires.com
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Downtown ToursRoxy Theatre
Farmers Market
Rivers & Spires Festival
Rivers & Spires Festival
L&N Train Station
Courthouse
Every third Friday from May to October, Strawberry Alley in Downtown Clarksville is home to the popular “Jammin’ in the Alley”concert series. Best of this entire event is FREE! Be sure tocome out ready to eat, dance and have a great time.Hours: Third Friday of the Month From May 18-Oct. 17, 2012, 7 p.m. Admission: Free • Concessions available for purchaseparksafterdark.com
Each year, the 100 block of Franklin Street comes alive with music,dance, theatre and art. During this day-long event, the street will befilled with over 25 artists booths displaying and selling their creations.There is also a silent auction where patrons can bid on many fabulousprizes, from trips to signed original artwork. That same evening, theRoxy Regional Theater host their annual Gala, raising money to support local artisans and fund the future expansions to the theatre. Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Admission: Free • Franklin Streethistoricdowntownclarksville.org/frolic
The 4th Annual Fright on Franklin offers a safe trick-or-treating environment and a costume contest. Local businesses line the streetsin Downtown Clarksville to pass out candy. Make sure to come outearly to enjoy all the fun!Hours: 4 p.m.; Costume contest, 5 p.m. • Admission: Free100 block of Franklin Street • city-ofclarksville.com
The Poston Building, built in 1842 byJohn Poston, is a group of three buildingsunder one roof. The building is one ofseveral in the downtown area where advertising from the 1870’s designed forriver traffic is still visible.
Admission: Free• Tour Time: 10minutes PublicSquare
Erected in Public Square in 2004, the Eternal Flame stands to honor the sacrifices of Soldiers and their Families. Admission: Free • Tour Time: 10 minutes
Public Square 931-645-7476Clarksville has a variety of bowling centers to choose from with standard to black light bowling. All offer open bowling times andshoe rentals. The centers also offer snack bars and eveningentertainment. Call the centers to check open times and events.
Old railroad lines have been convertedinto a stretch of beautiful and peacefulwalking and biking trails. This five milepaved trail is lined with trees, benchesand overlook points and provides a valu-able space for natural landscape and conservation. Parking lot space and restrooms are also provided.Hours: Open Daily • Admission: Free1100 Pollard Road • 931-645-7476 cityofclarksville.com
Open February through November thespeedway offers 1/8 mile drag races.The speedway is sanctioned by UMPand runs eight different classes of races.There is also a fenced park area for children. Races are held every Fridayand Saturday night.Hours: Friday and Saturday night, Feb. – Nov. weather permitting. • Admission: Varies 1600 Needmore Road • 931-645-2523 • ClarksvilleSpeedway.com
The bounty of the Cumberland and Red Rivers is a haven for water enthusiasts. Whether you enjoy waterskiing, jet skis, fishing or just cruisingthe river, the area offers a beautiful setting for fun in the sun. The areasCumberland River was named one ofthe top cat fishing spots in the US byField and Stream Magazine.
East Gate Bowling Center1770 Madison Street931-647-6541
Hooper Bowling Center5380 Tennessee Ave. Fort Campbell, KY931-431-6347
The Pinnacle Family Entertainment430 Warfield Boulevard931-647-2695
Skyline Lanes201 Kraft Street931645-2456
Poston Building
Clarksville Greenway
Clarksville Speedway
Water SportsEternal Flame4 • 800-530-2487
Cumberland RiverWalk is home to McGregor Park and RiverCenter. This riverfront park has transformed the downtownarea. It is the premier location for musicevents, art exhibits and community festivals.The walk includes a riverfront promenade,wharf, amphitheaters, overlook plaza, play-ground, picnic area and public art.
Hours: Open Daily • Admission: Free Tour Time: 30 minutes Riverside Drive • 931-645-7476
One of Clarksville’s most scenic areas, this110-acre park is the perfect recreation desti-nation. The cave and its surroundings werea mineral springs resort at the turn of thecentury. In the 1930’s and 40’s the cave en-trance served as a naturally air-conditionedvenue for Big Band performances. Some ofthe oldest known prehistoric cave drawingshave been found inside the cave. Today, thecave is open for guided tours in the Spring and Fall. Two hiking trailsare open year-round from dawn to duskHours: Open Daily, 8 a.m. - sunset • Visitors Center, Daily 8 a.m. –4:30 p.m. • Admission: call for cave tours;Free for park • Tour Time: 1.5 hours • 401 Old Dunbar Cave Road • 931-648-5526
Birdsong Resort is host to the only freshwater pearl culturing operation in NorthAmerica. Located in the heart of KentuckyLake, the farm grows Tennessee’s official gem;the freshwater pearl. Walk-in visitors mayenjoy the museum, a video, visit the farm andshop at the jewelry showroom. Overnight accommodations are available. Admission: Free • Tour Time: 1-5 Hours100 Van Morgan Drive, Golden Park, KY800-LBL-7077 • lbl.org
Clarksville has a wide base of recreation venuesto satisfy the needs of many sports enthusiasts.Both the City of Clarksville and MontgomeryCounty have a Parks and Recreation Depart-ment that provide a wealth of recreational activ-ities and locations throughout the area.The area boasts:25 Parks • 3 swimming centers 8 community pools • 5 golf courses 644 park acres • 9 tennis courtsClarksville Parks and Recreation: 931-645-7476, Montgomery County Parks and Recreation: 931-648-5732cityofclarksville.com/parks&rec
Clarksville is a golfer’s paradise with a climate that makes golf virtually a year roundsport. Named “11th Best City in the US forPublic Golf’ by Golf Digest, Clarksville’scourses offer beautiful greens at affordableprices.
Clarksville Country Club334 Fairway Drive931-647-5674
Cole Park Golf Club1610 101st Airborne Division RoadFort Campbell, KY270-798-1822
Eastland Green550 Clubhouse Lance931-358-9051
Eastland Green South4674 Sango Road931-358-5092 Mason Rudolph1514 Golf Club Lane931-645-7479
Swan Lake581 Dunbar Cave Road931-648-0479
May - Oct. Movies in the ParkFridays and Saturdays throughout the summer and early fall, the City ofClarksville offers their Movies in the Park series. Come early to save your spotand to enjoy pre-show activities beginning an hour before the movie, which begins at dark. Be sure to bring your picnic, blanket and lawn chairs.Admission: Free, concessions are be available • Held at Heritage Park • 1241 Peachers Mill
June 30, 2012 • Old Fashioned Independence Day CelebrationThe City of Clarksville celebrates the country’s independence with a family-friendly event featuring live music, carnival games and fireworks.Admission: Free • Held at McGregor Park/Cumberland RiverWalk
September 7-8, 2012 • RiverfestClarksville celebrates its river heritage in this annualfestival featuring musical entertainment, children’sactivities, fine art exhibits, boat races and more.Admission: Free, concessions available Held at McGregor Park/Cumberland RiverWalk
Nov. 20, 2012-Jan. 2, 2013 Christmas on the CumberlandThe beautiful Christmas on the Cumberland lightdisplays and animated scenes are a wonderful holiday treat. Over two-million lights illuminate the one-mile RiverWalk.The display is held nightly from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Admission: Free Held at McGregor Park/Cumberland RiverWalk
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Cumberland RiverWalk
Dunbar Cave
Community Parks
Freshwater Pearl Farm
Golf
A 17,000 acre outdoor playground, LandBetween the Lakes National RecreationArea is just a short 45 minute drive northwest of Clarksville. Land Between theLakes is an inland peninsula formed whenthe Cumberland and Tennessee rivers wereimpounded, creating Kentucky Lake andLake Barkley; one of the world’s largest man-made bodies of water. The area provides boating, fishing, hunting, hiking and camping opportunities. It is also home to HomePlace1850, a working farm that displays life during the 19th century, aplanetarium and one of the largest remaining herds of buffalo in the US.Admission: Free • Tour Time: 1-5 Hours • 100 Van Morgan Drive,Golden Park, KY • 800-LBL-7077 • lbl.org
This year will mark the 15th anniversary of this annual archery tournament and bow making event. Held at Twin Oaks Bow HuntersRange, all archery enthusiasts are encouraged to participate.1079 Ashley Road, Chapmansboro, TN 37035 • 931-362-3717twinoaksbowhunters.com
The 34th Annual Queen City Road Racefeatures a 5k, 1 mile fun run and three-person relay race through the streets ofdowntown Clarksville. Clarksville Parks & Recreation931-645-7476 • cityofclarksville.com.
As the only locally supported half marathonin Clarksville, The Go Commando HalfMarathon & 5K began in 2011 to help giveback to the community. This flat, fastcourse is set on the banks of The
Cumberland River and runs through downtown Clarksville. As ashout out to our troops over at Fort Campbell, and to all those who just enjoy “going commando”, you are sure to have fun at thisrace and in the Clarksville area.931-245-4346 • gocommandoclarksville.com
Regional, national and international artistsconsistently display their pieces inClarksville galleries. Clarksville is home topermanent and rotating exhibits that fea-ture a variety of mediums. These galleriesprovide the public an opportunity to viewquality, original art forms, first hand.
Enjoy free tours and tastings at one of Tennessee’s premier commercial wineries.Each of the award-winning wines are avail-able on-site, as well as unique gift shop items.In the summer months, the vineyard is host
to an outdoor jazzconcert series, Jazz onthe Lawn. Runningfrom May–October,the vineyard brings acclaimed regional artists infor a free performance. Beachaven wine is for saleand no other alcohol is permitted. Bring friends,food, blankets and lawn chairs but leave animals,grills and a bad mood at home!Hours: May-Sept.: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun.
noon-5 p.m.; Oct.-April: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m.Admission: Free • 1100 Dunlop Lane • 931-645-8867beachavenwinery.com
Downtown Artist Co-op96 Franklin Street931-552-4747Trahern GalleryAustin Peay State University931-221-7876
Mabel Larson GalleryAustin Peay State University931-221-7876Downtown Gallery116 Strawberry Alley931-221-7333
Built in 1898 as an US Post Office and Customs House for the flourishing tobaccotrade, this architecturally fascinating structureis among the most photographed buildings inthe region. The state’s second largest generalhistory museum, the center features rotatingshows, galleries and a sculpture garden.
Permanent exhibitsand an interactive children’s area are available year-round.Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.-5 p.m. • Admission $7 Adults, $5Seniors (65+) $5 Teachers and College Studentswith I.D., $3 Children (6-18), Free for Childrenunder 6 and Museum Members Tour Time: 2 hours 200 S. Second Street • 931-648-5780 customshousemuseum.org
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Land Between the Lakes
Art Galleries
Beachaven Winery
Jazz on the Lawn
Seasons Gift Shop
Customs House Museum
Queen City Road Race
Go Commando Marathon
Bring your family the 38th Annual State ofTennessee Old-Time Fiddlers Champi-onship. This event will feature many of thebest old-time musicians in the country.Hosted by the Hilldale Civitan Club, thereis a competition with prizes awarded inseveral categories.Rossview High School, Clarksville, TN • 931-552-1113 • tnfiddlers.com
The Center of Excellence for the CreativeArts and the Clarksville Community Concert Association will present the JasonMarsalis Group as the featured concert of the52nd Annual Mid-South Jazz Festival.Hours: 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Admission: $25 APSU Music and Mass Communications Building, 8th and Marion St. • 931-221-7818clarksvillemusic.org/festival
Celebrate German culture at The AnnualClarksville Edelweiss Oktoberfest. Since 1981,this event mixes European-style dance, foodand live music. Presented by the ClarksvilleEdelweiss Club, come out and sample authen-tic German food and drink and enjoy Carnivalrides for children of all ages.Admission: Free, food for purchase790 Economy Drive, Off Hwy. 76, NearExit 11 • 931-645-3382
Sculptures and artwork are scattered throughout downtown Clarksville, atribute to the city’s commitment to the arts. Several statues depict famousClarksville natives. A detailed description of the artwork can be found inthe Walk or Drive brochures. Public art includes the following:• Statues Wilma Rudolph (Riverside Dr): One of America’s outstanding Olympic athletes, this Clarksville native won three gold medals in the 1960 Olympics and helped to bridge the segregation divide. Nora Witzel (Third St): This famous turn of the century photographer and artist was definitely before her time. She could be seen around town snapping photographs with her dog.
Doughboy (Legion St): The 81-year-old statue was erected in the 1920s to honor the city’ssoldiers who died in World War I. Recently restoredto its original state, the statue sits in front of the bus depot.
John Montgomery (Franklin St): A Revolutionary War hero and founder of Montgomery County.
Firefighters Remembrance (8th St) “TheDay After” (Commerce St): A statue in honorof the 1999 tornado sits on a park bench reading anedition of The Leaf Chronicle that came out the dayafter the devastating tornado. The newspaper nevermissed a day of print.
Fountains located atMillennium Plaza, Strawberry Alley, Public Square
Mural (Legion St):A mural depicting Clarksville’s spires is painted on theside of a building and can be seen on Franklin Street.
This serves as a preliminary pageant for ladies ages 15-27 who hope for thechance to compete in the Miss Tennessee USA and Teen USA pageant. Winners appear in April at the Rivers and Spires Festival in the parade andwill be available for autographs, interviews and pictures. These ladies also represent the community at various functions throughout the year, includingthe annual Clarksville Christmas Parade.Hours: 7 p.m.-9 p.m. • Admission: $25 • APSU Clement Auditorium931-801-1925 • riversandspires.com
This pageant is open to all married women 21 and over who are residents of Tennessee. Each lady will compete in a series of three categories; interview, swimsuit and evening gown. The winner will move on to compete in the Mrs. United States Pageant.West Creek Performing Arts Center, 1210 West Creek Coyote Trail 931-245-4346 • clarksvillecvb.com
Delegates ages 15-26 from across the state compete for their chance to represent the stateof Tennessee at the Miss USA and Teen USApageant. Each lady competes in interview, swimsuit and evening wear categories, with thefive finalists each ending the competition with a question. The pageant is coordinated by KimGreenwood, wife of Grammy Award winner,Lee Greenwood.
Hours: Friday night preliminaries, Saturday night finals Admission: $35-$40 • APSU Music and Mass Communications Building, 8th and Marion Streets • 931-245-4346 • misstennesseusa.com
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Old Time Fiddlers Doughboy Statue
Strawberry Alley
Mid-South Jazz Festival
Oktoberfest
Miss Tennessee USA
Wilma Rudolph Statue
Take a drive downtown and you have access toshops, boutiques and restaurants that show offClarksville’s local flair. Anchored by Franklin Streetand Strawberry Alley, you will find an array ofshopping opportunities ranging from antiques,clothing and jewelry to books and so much more.If a larger chain retail store or restaurant is morewhat you are after, there isn’t much Clarksvilledoesn’t offer. With more than 100 stores, the conveniently located Governor’s Square Mall is a great place to start. Also within this same area you will find several large retailers and specialty shops lined up alongWilma Rudolph Boulevard. But, it doesn’t stop there; Fort CampbellBoulevard and the ever-growing Madison Street are shopping thoroughfares with an array of options.
Clarksville is full of unique eateries and well-lovednational restaurants. Over 26 countries are represented in Montgomery County and its obvious when you sample our cuisine! Below is alist of local restaurants, pubs and best-kept secrets.For a list of the national chain-restaurants that callClarksville home visit our website:clarksvillecvb.com/eatBlackhorse Pub & Brewery132 Franklin Street • theblackhorsepub.net(931) 552-3726
Blondies135 Franklin St • blondiessandwiches.com(931) 645-9725
Brunies101 Strawberry Alley • (931) 645-8414
Cumberland Grille1503 Madison Street • (931) 572-1002
Edwards Steakhouse107 Franklin Street • edwardssteakhouse.net(931) 906-8877
Hananoki Japanese Steakhouse2111 Lowes Drive • (931) 647-0999
Kohana Japanese Restaurant120 Corporate Drive • (931) 648-8208
Lovin Spoonful Café128 University Ave • lovinspoonfulcafe.com(931) 553-4080
Silkes Bakery1214 College Street • silkesoldworldbreads.com(931) 552-4422
The Looking Glass329 Warfield Blvd # H • lookingglassrestaurant.com(931) 552-6344
Clarksville RV Park 1270 Tylertown Rd 931-648-8638
America’s Best Inn 3080 Wilma Rudolph 931-648-8800 49 americasbestinn.com America’s Best Value Inn 254 Holiday Drive 931-552-2666 60 Americasbestvalueinn.com Best Western Inn 250 Holiday Drive 931-552-3330 60 bestwestern.com Candlewood Suites 3500 Clay Lewis Rd. 931-906-0900 85 ichotelsgroup.com Comfort Inn North 111 Westfield Drive 931-647-6144 56 comfortinn.com Country Inn & Suites 3075 Wilma Rudolph 931-645-1400 103 countryinns.com Courtyard by Marriott 155 Fairbrook Place 931-551-4480 91 marriott.com Days Inn North 130 Westfield Drive 931-552-1155 76 daysinn.com Econo Lodge 3065 Wilma Rudolph 931-647-2002 65 econolodge.com Fairfield Inn Marriott 110 Westfield Drive 931-551-3200 76 marriott.com Guest House Inn 3083b Wilma Rudolph 931-552-8060 55 guesthouseintl.com Hampton Inn 190 Holiday Drive 931-552-2255 77 hamptoninn.hilton.com Hilton Garden Inn 290 Alfred Thun Road 931-647-1096 111 hiltongardeninn.hilton.com Home-Towne Suites 129 Westfield Ct. 931-551-7711 69 htshotel.com Main Stay Suites 115 Fairbrook Place 931-648-3400 93 mainstaysuites.com Microtel Inn 241 Holiday Drive 931-905-1505 60 microtelinn.com Quality Inn 3095 Wilma Rudolph 931-648-4848 144 qualityinn.com Ramada Inn Limited 3100 Wilma Rudolph 931-552-0098 41 ramada.com Red Roof Inn 197 Holiday Drive 931-905-1555 61 redroofinn.com Super 8 Motel 201 Holiday Drive 931-645-6300 42 super8.com Value Place Motel 675 Kennedy Lane 931-572-1446 121 valueplace.com Wingate Inn 251 Holiday Drive 931-906-0606 82 wingatehotels.com
Days Inn 1100 Hwy 76 931-358-3194 82 daysinn.com Holiday Inn Express 700 Sango 931-358-5800 60 ichotelsgroup.com Quality Inn South 1112 Hwy 76 931-358-2020 60 qualityinn.com Super 8 Motel 635 Huntco 931-358-0810 38 super8.com
A&W Motel 1505 Madison 931-647-3545 27Lylewood Inn B & B 110 Camp Lylewood 931-232-4203 4 lylewoodinn.comMeadow Motel 1991 Madison 931-645-4573 20Mid-Town Inn 890 Kraft 931-647-6536 31Riverview Inn 50 College St 931-552-3331 154 riverviewinn.comWestgate Inns & Suites 803 North Second Street 931-645-9084 130
Edge of Town Motel 1404 Ft Campbell Blvd 931-645-6466 12Oak Haven Motel 1425 Ft Campbell Blvd 931-552-2121 34Skyway Motel 2581 Ft Campbell Blvd 931-431-5225 34Travel Inn 905 Providence Blvd 931-647-5233 24Vacation Motor Motel 650 Providence 931-645-6483 85Winner’s Circle Motel 3430 Ft Campbell Blvd 931-431-4906 75
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Located 1 mile from Fort Campbell ArmyBase at I-24 & Hwy. 41-A.
12759 Ft. Campbell Blvd. • Oak Grove, KY 42262270/439-0022 • 270/439-1499 (fax) • 877/439-0022 (toll free)
[email protected](e-mail)
Stay Smart®
Ft. Campbell/Oak Grove
v All Rooms Interior Corridor
v Free Express SmartSM Breakfast
v Simply SmartSM Bathroom Showerhead & amenities
v Evening Reception includes Beverages and Appetizers
v Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access & Local Calls
v Indoor Heated Pool & Fitness Center
v Meetings/Banquet Space up to 100 people
v 24-Hour Business Center
v MicroFridge in Every Room
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Free Full Breakfast Buffet• Full Service Restaurant & Lounge
• Free Local Calls• Meeting/Banquet Facilities to 400
Recreation Center:• Heated Indoor Pool • Outdoor Pool
• Sauna • Whirlpool• Fitness Center
Oversized Rooms Featuring:•Free High Speed Wireless & Wired Internet
•32” Flat screen TV • In Room Coffee
• Hairdryers & Ironing Boards•Refrigerators & Microwaves
• Voice mail• Business Center
• Pet Friedly
Exit 4 on I-243095 Wilma Rudolph Blvd.
Clarksville, TNwww.qualityinn.com/hotel/tn542
931-648-4848fax:931-648-4858
Quality Inn Exit 4, “The Full Service Hotel”
2011 & 2012Gold AwardWinner
for Reservations call:
1-800-424-6423
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TENNESSEE
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1. Beachaven Vineyards & Winery2. Clarksville Country Club3. Clarksville-Montgomery County Economic Development Council • Chamber of Commerce
Industrial Development Board • Convention & Visitors Bureau4. Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library5. Clarksville Speedway6. Clarksville-Montgomery County Tourist Information Center7. Confederate Monument8. Cole Park Golf Course9. Customs House Museum & Cultural Center10. Cumberland RiverWalk/Cumberland RiverCenter/ Wilma Rudolph Statue/McGregor Park11. Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum12. Dunbar Cave State Park13. Eastland Green Golf Course14. Eastland Green Golf Course South15. East Gate Bowling Center16. Emerald Hill17. Clarksville Marina & Liberty Park18. Fort Defiance19. Gateway Medical Center20. Governor’s Square Mall21. Heritage Park22. Historic Collinsville23. Hooper Bowling Center24. L & N Train Station25. Mason Rudolph Golf Course26. Montgomery County Courthouse27. Outlaw Field28. Public Square29. Roxy Regional Theatre30. Skyline Lanes31. Smith-Trahern Mansion32. Swan Lake Golf Course33. Swan Lake Sports Complex34. Tennessee Welcome Center35. The Pinnacle Family Entertainment Center
45. Fairfield Inn by Marriott • 931-551-3200 800-228-280046. Guest House Inn • 931-552-8060 800-552-466747. Hampton Inn • 931-552-2255 800-426-786648. Hilton Garden Inn • 931-647-1096 800-560-784349. Home-Towne Suites • 931-551-7711 800-228-515050. MainStay Suites • 931-648-0404 877-424-642351. Microtel Inn • 931-905-1505 888-771-717152. Quality Inn • 931-648-4848 800-228-515153. Ramada Inn Limited • 931-552-0098 800-272-623254. Red Roof Inn • 931-905-1555 800-THE-ROOF55. Super 8 • 931-645-6300 800-800-800056. Wingate Inn • 931-906-0606 800-228-100057. ValuePlace • 931-572-1446
EXIT 11 AREA58. Days Inn • 931-358-3194 800-329-746659. Holiday Inn Express • 931-358-5800 800-HOLIDAY60. Quality Inn South • 931-358-2020 800-228-515061. Super 8 • 931-358-0810 800-800-8000
DOWNTOWN & FT. CAMPBELL AREA 62. A & W Motel • 931-647-354563. Edge of Town Motel • 931-645-646664. Meadow Motel • 931-645-457365. Mid-Town Inn • 931-647-653666. Oak Haven Motel • 931-552-212167. Parkside Inn & Suites • 931-552-004568. Riverview Inn • 931-552-3331 877-48RIVER69. Skyway Motel • 931-431-522570. Travel Inn • 931-647-523371. Vacation Motor Hotel • 931-645-648372. Winner’s Circle Motel • 931-431-490673. Westgate Inn & Suites • 931-645-9084
CAMPGROUNDS74. Clarksville RV Park & Campground • 931-648-8638BED & BREAKFAST75. Lylewood Inn Bed & Breakfast • 931-232-4203
Points of Interest
LodgingEXIT 4 AREA36. America’s Best Inn • 931-648-880037. America’s Best Value Inn • 931-552-2663 888-315-237838. Best Western Inn • 931-552-3330 800-528-123439. Candlewood Suites • 931-906-0900 888-226-353940. Comfort Inn North • 931-647-6144 800-228-515041. Country Inn & Suites • 931-645-1400 800-456-400042 . Courtyard by Marriott • 931-551-4480 866-579-436043. Days Inn North • 931-552-1155 800-DAYSINN44. Econo Lodge • 931-647-2002 12 • 800-530-2487
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