Clarksville Hosted Fifth Annual Art Tour

The South of the River Art Tour brought artists and enthusiasts together for a day of creative exploration.

Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Painting

Clarksville Hosted Fifth Annual Art Tour

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The fifth annual South of the River Art Tour took place in Clarksville, beginning at Montgomery Central Elementary School. The self-guided event featured various artists including painters, potters, sculptors, and woodworkers.

Why it matters

The event provides a platform for local artists to showcase their work and engage the community through interactive workshops and classes.

The tour drew a total of 216 attendees, split between 112 repeat visitors and 104 new participants. Stained glass artist Julie Waskiewicz has worked in her medium for 2.5 years, spending four hours daily on her glass eagle piece.

The players

Central Civitan

This is a local service organization dedicated to community improvement through volunteerism and service projects.

Clarksville Arts & Heritage Council

This local organization promotes and supports the arts, culture, and historic preservation within the Clarksville area.

Julie Waskiewicz

She is a stained glass artist who has practiced her craft for 2.5 years and is planning her retirement for late 2026.

The details

Attendees traveled on a self-guided route to visit workshops and studios, where featured artists led hands-on projects and classes. The tour, organized by the Central Civitan and Clarksville Arts & Heritage Council, highlighted a variety of crafts.

September 26, 2026: The fifth annual South of the River Art Tour was held.
December 2026: Julie Waskiewicz is scheduled to retire.

Culture Shift

This event follows the trend of local community art tours established by national studies that measure the impact of localized arts engagement. These tours reflect a broader shift toward prioritizing local creative accessibility and experiential tourism in smaller municipalities.

Residents and visitors who attended the tour gained direct access to artist studios and participated in hands-on projects they might not encounter otherwise. The event offers a unique opportunity for individuals to budget time for local creative education and support neighborhood artisans.

The takeaway

Community art events like this serve as vital hubs for local makers to connect with potential patrons and students directly. Participating in these tours encourages long-term interest in artisanal crafts and supports the local creative economy.