Mission & Impact

Our Mission and COmmunity impact

Artsville Fest exists to strengthen Clarksville’s creative community by producing accessible, high-quality arts experiences while generating critical support for ArtLink Studio’s year-round programming.

our mission

Artsville Fest is a community-driven arts organization dedicated to celebrating creativity, supporting local artists, and making the arts accessible to all. Through large-scale public events, curated exhibitions, and collaborative programming, we activate public spaces, connect people through shared creative experiences, and invest in the long-term vitality of Clarksville’s arts ecosystem.

A core component of this mission is our partnership with ArtLink Studio, a nonprofit community art space providing year-round creative opportunities for all ages and abilities. Proceeds from Artsville events directly support ArtLink’s workshops, community projects, and artist development programs.

How Your Support Creates Impact

Create

Free and low-cost public arts experiences that welcome thousands of community members into creative spaces.

SUPPORT

Direct funding for ArtLink Studio programs, supplies, instruction, and community outreach.

ELEVATE

Opportunities for local artists to showcase work, connect with audiences, and grow professionally.

ACTIVATE

Downtown streets, parks, and public spaces become vibrant cultural destinations.

Our Partner: ArtLink Studio

ArtLink Studio is a nonprofit community art space dedicated to making creative opportunities accessible to all ages and abilities in Clarksville. Through hands-on workshops, open studio programming, community art projects, and artist-led classes, ArtLink provides year-round access to meaningful arts education and creative connection.

Artsville Fest proudly partners with ArtLink Studio as its primary nonprofit beneficiary. Proceeds from Artsville’s festival, gala, and related programming directly support ArtLink’s operational sustainability, supplies, instruction, and community outreach — helping ensure that creative programming remains affordable, inclusive, and widely available.

This partnership allows Artsville to amplify community impact beyond a single event, strengthening the local arts ecosystem while expanding access to creative experiences for families, students, and emerging artists throughout the year.

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OUR IMPACT AT A GLANCE

3,000+ annual festival visitors
75+ local artisans featured
15+ interactive art experiences
Hours of free or low-cost creative programming supported through ArtLink
Hundreds of community partners, schools, and organizations engaged

Why Arts Access Matters in Clarksville

As Clarksville continues to grow, accessible arts programming plays a critical role in fostering creative expression, youth engagement, cultural identity, and community connection. Free and inclusive public arts experiences remove financial and social barriers to participation while supporting local talent and strengthening downtown vitality.

Artsville helps ensure that creativity remains visible, accessible, and celebrated as our community evolves.

Beyond the Festival

While our annual fall festival remains our flagship event, Artsville’s impact continues throughout the year through curated exhibitions, pop-up experiences, partnerships, and the annual Art Gala: Speakeasy on the Square.

These initiatives deepen artist support, expand community engagement, and generate sustainable funding for creative programming.