Long before the dawn of written history, humans inhabited the banks of the Cumberland and Red Rivers. Clarksville was founded at the convergence of those two bodies of water in 1784. The river served as the catalyst for economic and community development for Clarksville-Montgomery County for decades... and continues to serve in that capacity today. The Clarksville River District Commission recognizes the importance of honoring the city's river heritage. The Commission works to create an atmosphere that attracts citizens and visitors alike to celebrate the river's sites and sounds through festivals and events, historic displays, and focused development.