High 84F. Native Clarksville residents, including Seymour Washington, “The Walking Blacksmith,” discuss the history of their 99-year old community, the struggle to preserve their culture, and the forced migration of most of its original residents. Winds light and variable.A few clouds early, otherwise mostly sunny. This thriving community is rich in history and tradition. Clarksville is full of cafes, coffee shops and restaurants, especially along West Lynn. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. (Austin: Bread and Roses, 1982). Clarksville has been around for more than a century, so many of the homes are quite old. I had no idea about the history of the neighborhood until I stumbled upon the Haskell House. Produced for the Southwest Creative Film Center through a grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. I don't think many modern Austinites realize how much of old Clarksville was demolished for the building of MoPac. The city of Austin continues to battle with state legislators over the rules regarding rental properties in Austin. Residents of Clarksville began requesting Austin city funds for the improvement and preservation in 1964, but dirt streets crossed the area until 1975, and a creek carrying sewage periodically flooded homes. The total surpasses the more than $10 million raised in 2019, making it the third consecutive year that Austin Peay set a record for the second-highest giving year in university history. I think those scenes are on Youtube, and 'i Luv Video' has a DVD copy too.I lived across the street from that house on Patterson that is at an angle with the street. Clarksville was founded in the 1870s by freed slaves, and due to its historic nature, the neighborhood has been protected from the harried development happening elsewhere in Austin. Produced for the Southwest Creative Film Center through a … If you prefer to ride the bus, Capital Metro Route 9 passes through Clarksville. Low 69F.

The construction of the MoPac Expressway, resulted in the loss of 71 Clarksville homes. 1712 Rio Grande Street, Suite 100 Austin, TX 78701. The History of Clarksville-Montgomery County. “We are grateful to the alumni and friends who have made this possible.”This year, Austin Peay shifted its focus from Govs Give, the annual online giving campaign benefiting specific university areas, to Govs Give Back, an initiative that provides financial assistance for students, faculty and staff who have suffered severe economic, medical or similar hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic and in other times of crisis. To date, more than 100 donors have contributed nearly $70,000 to the initiative. Schools: Matthews Elementary, O. Henry Middle School, Stephen F. Austin High School Clarksville has the best of both worlds: It’s a quaint, quiet Austin neighborhood with unique homes, diverse residents and plenty of history, but it’s in the center of the city and only a stone’s throw from downtown’s many attractions. Exploring the Beaches of Orange County from Surf City to 1000 Steps While Austin has passed rules aimed at improving safety for renters, the state government has more of a libertarian approach and has repeatedly overruled Austin laws. It’s sad, but puts the state of the city into context.I lived over there back when it was still affordable. For those who want to live here but can’t afford a home, consider purchasing a condo or renting an apartment. Clarksville is an eclectic urban hub in the heart of the city, so it attracts people who love to be in the mix of things. Winds N at 5 to 10 mph.Partly cloudy. As residential construction increased from 1910-1939, builders and architects employed a variety of popular styles for the new homes, such as Craftsman, Tudor Revival, and Classical Revival.Simultaneous with Raymond's early subdivision effort, several other houses appeared beyond the western outlots. Thanks for sharing!I heard him say weberville rd which is also MLK. High 84F.

Anthony Colanetta settled in Clarksville and opened Anthony's Laundry & Cleaners at the corner of West 12th Street and West Lynn in 1950. Produced by the RTF Department at the University of Texas in Austin. I loved hearing about how it was before gentrification, but I feel bad and sad about what happened to the people and the community there.Thanks for the link to this video -- I saved it to watch later, because the speakers on this computer are broken.Before Mopac there was an little Italian restaurant named, I believe, Cassaragi’s, or something like that..it was the downstairs of an old house ...the family lived upstairs...was on the east side of the railroad line in or near Clarksville...anyone else remember the place ?I found mentions in the Statesman of Casaraghi Grocery at 1901 W 10th St in the 1930s and 1940s, and of Arthur Casaraghi having a restaurant in Clarksville the 1950s. Site of the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell is located about 10 miles (16 km) from downtown Clarksville, and spans the Tennessee-Kentucky state line. It’s also just around the corner from 6th Street and Lamar, which contains the popular shopping area that includes Clarksville’s proximity to downtown means that it is now extremely popular among the Airbnb crowd. The neighborhood offers a wealth of rentals ranging from large historic homes to small condos.