Clarksville, Tennessee: – Step back in time and discover Clarksville’s history with the Historic Riverview Cemetery Walking Tours this fall. On September 28 and October 12 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., the public is invited to take a one-hour guided tour of Riverview Cemetery, one of Clarksville’s oldest and most significant landmarks.
Riverview Cemetery was established on February 23, 1800, on land donated by Valentine Sevier when Clarksville was still a small village. The cemetery is the final resting place of many notable figures who shaped the town’s early days. The tour offers a fascinating insight into their lives and stories, revealing the hidden stories behind the headstones that have stood there for centuries.
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For those who want to delve deeper into history, the tour is followed by a 30-minute artifact talk presented by the Customs House Museum’s collection curator. During this session, participants have the opportunity to explore select artifacts from the museum’s collection, bringing the history of Clarksville and its prominent figures to life in a tangible way. The artifact talk is available for an additional $5.00 and is open to children ages 5 and up.
Tickets for the walking tour are $20.00, with a discounted rate of $15.00 for museum members. Due to limited space, advance registration is required and can be made through the Customs House Museum website at customshousemuseum.org. Don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in Clarksville’s rich history as you walk through one of the city’s oldest cemeteries and explore its heritage firsthand.
*The Riverview Cemetery grounds are not handicap accessible. The terrain is rough and there are few paved paths.
About the Customs House Museum
Located inLocated in the heart of historic downtown Clarksville, Tennessee, the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is the state’s second largest general museum with over 35,000 square feet of exhibit space and interactive activities and special events. For membership and admission information, visit customshousemuseum.org.
Regular museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission for adults (18-64) is $12.00. Seniors (65+), adult military, CMCSS teachers and college students are $9.00. Children ages 3-17 are $5.00 and children under 2 and museum members are free.
The Customs House Museum is located at 200 South Second Street. For more information, call 931.648.5780 or visit www.customshousemuseum.org.
