Downtown Artists Cooperative

Downtown Artists Cooperative Receptions for the public are held during each First Thursday ArtWalk from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.

We are 40+ local artists who are committed to presenting fine art exhibitions in a welcoming environment and providing our patrons and guests the opportunity to experience a broad range of artistic expression in our main and extension galleries. The DAC space at 96 Franklin Street has a fine arts gallery for monthly exhibitions by member artists as well as other local artists through our regular o

utreach shows. We also have a retail gallery space where full and consignment members show their work on an ongoing basis, including paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media works, jewelry, ceramics and other items produced by a creative variety of local talent. Additional outreach to the community includes: Extension Galleries (exhibitions) at the Clarksville Montgomery County Library and Gateway Hospital; workshops, gallery talks, lectures, readings, etc scheduled at DAC and in the community; and sponsorship of and affiliation with other creative groups by providing meeting space and support as possible.

The DAC is pleased to announce the winners of the People’s Choice Award from the 2026 Juried Photo Expo, with Alison Ham...
02/12/2026

The DAC is pleased to announce the winners of the People’s Choice Award from the 2026 Juried Photo Expo, with Alison Hamilton's 'Sleepy Holler' and Maxwell Hill's 'Obed' ending up in a tie vote! Photographers from TN And KY submitted more than 90 images for consideration, with attendees at the awards ceremony selecting their favorites. Congratulations Alison and Maxwell!

DACster Rochelle Wasserman brings us 'If I Only Had A Heart' in acrylic featured in our Spires Window Display this month...
02/12/2026

DACster Rochelle Wasserman brings us 'If I Only Had A Heart' in acrylic featured in our Spires Window Display this month as we celebrate 'Love is in the Air'. Most everyone would recognize the Tin Man happily skipping down the Yellow Brick Road on his way to find his heart.

The DAC is proud to present 'Mother and Child', a poignant intricate piece by Anna Burson that tugs at the heartstrings....
02/11/2026

The DAC is proud to present 'Mother and Child', a poignant intricate piece by Anna Burson that tugs at the heartstrings. This Valentine's Day, let us celebrate love in all its forms, including the love between a mother and child.

Happening Monday, 16 February 2026, 1pm-3pm! Join us at the DAC for an introduction to beginning book forms and termino...
02/10/2026

Happening Monday, 16 February 2026, 1pm-3pm! Join us at the DAC for an introduction to beginning book forms and terminology where you'll have an opportunity to view, evaluate (& perhaps purchase) materials for future bookmaking projects. Led by expert DAC artist Peggy Bonnington, who will provide examples for simple structures, including pamphlet stitch, accordion fold, Japanese stab binding, pasted cards, star folds, flag books, piano hinge, etc.

Participants can choose to make several examples and help plan for future class options. $50/person. No experience required. All materials will be provided. Bring your own tools if you have them: bone folder, X-Acto knife, awl, etc.

It's a team effort when Steve Chlupsa and Pat Finney work together to keep our DAC Gallery maintained for our customer's...
02/10/2026

It's a team effort when Steve Chlupsa and Pat Finney work together to keep our DAC Gallery maintained for our customer's optimum viewing pleasure. We love being able to show a variety of fine art in our historic downtown building and we couldn't do it without our Facility Team's dedication and TLC. Thanks to you both!

This month, DACster Ruth Sisson brings a moody ethereal piece to the DAC with 'A Quiet Place'. This exceptionally atmos...
02/10/2026

This month, DACster Ruth Sisson brings a moody ethereal piece to the DAC with 'A Quiet Place'. This exceptionally atmospheric landscape oil painting showcases her mastery and speaks to us through her use of contrast, shadows and muted tones. We invite you to drop into the DAC to feel this story rather than just look.

The DAC is pleased to announce the 2026 Juried Photo Expo winners in the People category. First Place was awarded to L...
02/09/2026

The DAC is pleased to announce the 2026 Juried Photo Expo winners in the People category. First Place was awarded to LeAndra Crystal for Looking Up, and 2nd Place went to Patrick Kennedy for Observed. Congratulations to you both!

The DAC is delighted to announce the winners of our 2026 Juried Photo Expo in the Place category: First Place, Alison ...
02/09/2026

The DAC is delighted to announce the winners of our 2026 Juried Photo Expo in the Place category: First Place, Alison Hamilton for Sleepy Holler, 2nd Place, Sarah Cannon for Creation’s Glory and Honorable Mention to Scott Bisgaard for his image of Antelope Canyon. Congratulations to all on these exceptional destination photographs!

Sold! This expressive three print trio matted and framed behind glass from a selection of DACster Jennifer Pierstorff's ...
02/08/2026

Sold! This expressive three print trio matted and framed behind glass from a selection of DACster Jennifer Pierstorff's figurative growth series. Not everyone can afford original art, so many of our artist/members offer smaller framed and unframed prints of their work. Congratulations Jennifer! Something for everyone at the DAC Gallery in Historic Downtown Clarksville. Clarksville Artist Scene Jennifer C Pierstorff

The winners of the 2026 Juried Photo Expo in the Abstract category are First Place - Susan Bryant with Manhattan Movemen...
02/08/2026

The winners of the 2026 Juried Photo Expo in the Abstract category are First Place - Susan Bryant with Manhattan Movement and 2nd Place - Patrick Kennedy with Bizarre (Love) Triangle. Congratulations Susan and Patrick!

Kudos to the 2026 Photo Expo winners who were recognized in the Object category: 1st Place - Nancy Stalls for Columbia ...
02/07/2026

Kudos to the 2026 Photo Expo winners who were recognized in the Object category: 1st Place - Nancy Stalls for Columbia Backdrop, 2nd Place - Susan Bryant, Woodsmoor Still-Life, and Honorable Mention to former DAC member Chuck Ritchie for Weathered. Congratulations to all! These intriguing images are featured in our DAC Spires Window Gallery through the end of February.

Warmest congratulations to all of the 2026 Photo Expo winners in the Flora Fauna category - 1st Place, Krystal Haseltine...
02/06/2026

Warmest congratulations to all of the 2026 Photo Expo winners in the Flora Fauna category - 1st Place, Krystal Haseltine with Pond-ering, 2nd Place, DACster Beverly Parker with Equine Bond and Honorable Mention to DACster Lisa Harden for Raven, Acadia! These amazing photos and more will be on display through the end of this month, but hurry down to the DAC as some have already been spoken for. Clarksville Artist Scene

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96 Franklin Street
Clarksville, TN
37040

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 4pm
Wednesday 12pm - 4pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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+19319193770

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The DAC

The DAC is a fine arts membership artists cooperative with two galleries located inside, River Gallery and Spires Gallery. The River Gallery features monthly art exhibitions by member artists as well as other open exhibitions through our regular outreach shows. The Spires Gallery features multiple works by our members on an ongoing basis. This work includes paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media works, jewelry, ceramics and other items. Receptions for the public are held during each First Thursday ArtWalk from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Additional outreach to the community includes: Extension Galleries (exhibitions) at the Clarksville Montgomery County Library and Gateway Hospital; workshops, gallery talks, lectures, readings, etc scheduled at DAC and in the community; and sponsorship of and affiliation with other creative groups by providing meeting space and support as possible.