Topic: Dunbar Cave

Haunting History at Dunbar Cave

By Christine Anne Piesyk | October 2, 2007 |

Haunting History Nighttime Cave Tours returns to Dunbar Caves October 26-27 for two nights of storytelling, underground tours and and a glimpse of Clarksville and cave history. Young performers from the across the city have been busy creating and rehearsing vignettes of Clarksville and Cave history. The event is “family friendly” and not intended to frighten children, though children under age three are not allowed on the tour.

Roxy School of the Arts students will perform dramatizations in the softly illuminated but still shadowy expanses of the underground caverns. Cast members include Elizabeth Coleman, Ally Campbell, Della Coleman, Daynann Carmona, Joanna Patmore, Hannah Carmona, Angela Scott, Aaron Juvera and Hannah Kitterman (all pictured above) and Kari Muller, Humberto Figueroa Jr., and Director Ellie Ellis (not pictured). «Read the rest of this article»

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‘Cooling at the Cave’ draws crowd on a sultry summer day

By Debbie Boen | July 30, 2007 |

Though day was ghastly hot, well over 100 Clarksville residents came to “Cooling at the Cave” for that natural air conditioning to be found at the mouth of Dunbar Cave. Some tables had to be moved away from the cave entrance because guests were freezing there (due to the 58 degree air coming out of the cave!).

Many people began playing board games just as soon as they found a nice table to claim for their own for the day. They knew what they were doing because they’d done it before. People played games, listened to the band and socialized. The cookies were wonderful, the lemonade great and the helpers (Friends of Dunbar Cave) attentive, refilling my cup if I even looked like I was a bit thirsty.

It was a day of nostalgia for many folks; organizer Barbara Wilbur was right when she thought that this would attract a lot of people. I heard stories about how Dunbar Cave used to be. Many visitors remember the days when Roy Acuff owned Dunbar Cave and they came to the swimming pool, bowling alley, the lake with its paddle boats, and the sounds of music at the cave. «Read the rest of this article»

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Cooling at the Cave Tommorow

By Bill Larson | July 27, 2007 |

Those lazy, hazy days of summer that we wish could always be here, are back!

In the days of old, Clarksvillians spent summer afternoons at Dunbar Cave gathering cool breezes emitting from the mouth of cave while enjoying board and card games, live music and a general light-hearted afternoon of fun and frolic.

On Saturday, July 28th, from 4:00PM - 6:00PM, Friends of Dunbar Cave invite you, your family and friends to participate in a delightful afternoon reminiscent of those good old days at Dunbar Cave State Natural Area, 401 Old Dunbar Cave Road, in Clarksville, Tennessee

Tables and chairs will be arranged at the mouth of the cave where you will be transported back to the time when everyone played “board” games. Checkers, Chess, Monopoly, and cards will be available. However, you may bring your favorite game to share. The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments of will be available free of charge, but donations to the friends group are welcomed. «Read the rest of this article»

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Charlie Tate to speak at Dunbar Cave

By Debbie Boen | July 18, 2007 |

Mr. Charlie Tate, Tennessee State Parks Director of Natural and Cultural Resource Management, will be the Friends of Dunbar Cave July 19th, guest speaker.

Amongst his many accomplishments, Mr. Tate arranged for the new “bat friendly” gate to be put in at Dunbar Cave.  On this visit he has a slide show detailing his plans and importance of  the many natural areas throughout Tennessee.  

This presentation will begin at 7:00pm in the Audio-Visual room at the Dunbar Cave Visitor’s Center.  He will be speaking on the value of flora and fawna in the parks along with the history and biological aspects of both.   Mr. Tate will answers questions upon completing his presentation.

The event is free and open to the public!

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Jimmy Dunn speaks at Dunbar Cave

By Debbie Boen | June 21, 2007 |

Since September 8, 1936, when Papa Dunn ran up the path to Dunbar Cave yelling, “It’s a boy, it’s a boy!”, Jimmy Dunn’s history coincides with that of Dunbar Cave’s.  As a youth, Jimmy’s first job was to operate the popcorn machine by the cave entrance.  Later he operated a concession stand by the pool. 

Tonight he is giving a presentation, “Memories of Dunbar Cave”.  He has pictures and stories to share.  This presentation is free and open to the public.  It starts at 7:00 p.m. at the Dunbar Cave Visitor Center. 

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June Programs at Dunbar Cave

By Debbie Boen | June 8, 2007 |

This 110-acre natural area in Montgomery County is honeycombed by caves and sinkholes, the most prominent being Dunbar Cave. This 8.1 mile cave has historical, natural, archaeological and geological significance. Excavations revealed that this cave has been occupied by man for thousands of years, drawn by its constant stream flow and natural air conditioning.

Dunbar Cave is located 60 minutes northwest of Nashville and about one and a half miles northeast of downtown Clarksville, TN in Montgomery County. Dunbar Cave is the most prominent of several caves located in this designated natural area. In the roomy mouth of the cave, square dances, radio shows, and big band era concerts were once held.

June Programs

All Programs are free unless noted otherwise, and require reservations by the deadline listed.  Program with no reservations by the deadline are canceled.  All programs begin at the Visitor Center unless another site is listed. «Read the rest of this article»

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Dunbar Cave Spring Fling 2007

By Bill Larson | April 16, 2007 |

The Dunbar Cave Spring Fling will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2007 at the Dunbar Cave State Natural Area in Clarksville, Tennessee. Bring your family and come attend a day of exciting and informative activities. All of the activities are free of charge and will begin at the Visitors center. Some programs may have start times which will overlap others. These events will be held rain or shine. All children must be supervised by a responsible adult.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of Dunbar Cave, the Warioto Chapter of the National Audubon Society, the Tennessee Trails Association, and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.

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Dr. Jan Simek speaks at Dunbar Cave

By Debbie Boen | February 13, 2007 |

On February 15, 6:30 p.m. at the Dunbar Cave Visitor Center The Friends of Dunbar Cave is proud to present Dr. Jan Simek who will be speaking about new discoveries and insights that continue to be made at the Dunbar Cave State Natural Area. Dr. Simek will provide the audience with an up to the minute recap of what is known so far about the ancient human history inside and around Dunbar Cave.

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Admission is free, refreshments will be served, and the public is welcome. The presentation will begin promptly at 6:30 PM. and will last approximately 60 minutes. Questions and answers will follow.

This event is sponsored by Friends of Dunbar Cave.  The regularly scheduled Friends of Dunbar cave meeting will begin place at 6:00pm. New Members are always welcome!

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