Customs House Museum » Past Exhibits

Tom Moore
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969
Canadian Tom Moore never imagined he would one day have his own art gallery in Tennessee. After attending Schoolcraft College in Michigan and studying under renowned artist Dan Meiduch, Tom was represented by galleries in Santa Fe and taos, New Mexico. He also was represented by the Local Color Gallery in Nashville. Tom now owns the All About Art Gallery in Hendersonville. Tom states, "I find pleasure in evoking images of times past... a Norman Rockwell feel, giving attention to color and detail, a reflection of simpler times."
Tennessee Watercolor Society: The Award Winners
July 1, 2010 - August 27, 2010
The TWS, or Tennessee Watercolor Society, Award Winners exhibition's first stop on its tour is right here at the Customs House Museum. This exhibit features amazing watercolor paintings by artists from across Tennessee. Witness the diversity of the medium as you view these delightful and creative compositions for yourself.
In Plein Sight: Art of the Chestnut Group
July 1, 2010 - August 8, 2010
The Chesnut Group is a nonprofit alliance of landscape artists and friends dedicated to the conservation of wild and open spaces in Middle Tennessee. Funds earned from the sale of artwork inspired by our region's scenic richness are donated to organizations that help protect local environments and historic properties. More »
Call to Arms
May 7, 2010 - August 27, 2010
Call to Arms celebrates the service and dedication of this country's veterans. More »
Our Waters, Our Life
April 6, 2010 - June 29, 2010
In collaboration with our Gone Fishing exhibit, the Customs House Museum is proud to present Our Water, Our Life. This collection of photos by Jim Hancock captures the beauty of regional waterways. More »
Collected Sketches: Drawings of F. Luis Mora
March 1, 2010 - April 11, 2010
F. Luis Mora (1874 - 1940) was a Hispanic American figure painter, working in watercolor, oil, and tempera. He also produced drawings done in pen & ink and graphite. He is most known for his depictions of american life in the early 1900's. More »
Gone Fishing
April 23, 2010 - August 11, 2010
Gone Fishing tells the story of the Cumberland River, and the history of regional fishing through artifacts, images, and text. More »
Bagels & Barbeque: The Jewish Experience in Tennessee
April 14, 2010 - June 27, 2010
Chronicling the life of Jewish families during the Civil War and Reconstruction, Bagels & Barbeque focuses on their historic contributions during this period. More »
Modern Girls
March 2, 2010 - April 18, 2010
Modern Girls is an exhibit I created in honor of Women's History Month. I wanted to recognize the talented contemporary women of Tennessee that are successful in the national, and for some worldwide, field of visual art. More »
Black Reginments War
February 2, 2010 - May 2, 2010
An action figure exhibit showcasing African American Soldiers outfitted with gear from wars throughout the history of the United States.
Celebrating Dr. Burt
February 2, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Dr. Robert Tecumseh Burt M.D. was responsible for opening the first hospital in Clarksville, Tennessee. He was a skilled, cutting edge surgeon who accepted patients of any race. Celebrating Dr. Burt teaches about his accomplishments, and his contributions to the city and people of Clarksville.
Ludie Amos Dolls
January 20, 2010 - April 27, 2010
From quilters to potters, these handmade dolls cover all walks of life. Crafted with care, each of these detailed dolls have a spirit all their own. More »
Paintings by Ross Jordan
January 20, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Ross Jordan is a master oil painter from Nashville, Tennessee. Born in 1950, Ross has always had a passion for art. Throughout his childhood, he attended the Scarritt Art College and the Children's Art Museum. It wasn't until after he had joined the army, married, and raised a family that he picked up the paintbrush as a serious artist. His expressive oil paintings are often based on the world around him. Ross's work can be found in both public and private collections.
The 3rd Biennial Arts & Craft Juried Exhibition
January 12, 2010 - April 3, 2010
This exhibit is the third biennial, juried arts and crafts show hosted by the Customs House Museum. It is a regional competition that features artists of various styles and mediums.
Home & Abroad: The Paintings of Matthew Deric Gore
January 12, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Home and Abroad: The Paintings of Matthew Deric Gore features 25 "canvased memories" of the artist's travels around the world and the possessions of his everyday life. More »
Yousuf Karsh: Master of the Photographic Portrait
November 3, 2009 - January 17, 2010
For the first time, since being purchased at Sotheby's, a private collection of portraits by Yousuf Karsh will be exhibited. The Customs House Museum will showcase the fifteen photographs in the Orgain Gallery. Included in the exhibit are portraits of Picasso, Muhammad Ali, Ernest Hemingway, as well as, the famed Winston Churchill image. More »