Charlie Cushman Tennessee Music Pathways Historical Marker

Charlie Cushman was born in Clarksville, Tennessee. He is chiefly renowned for his mastery of the Earl Scruggs-style, three-finger banjo technique. He was one of the founding members of the Grammy Award-winning bluegrass band The Earls of Leicester and is globally recognized as a leading authority on the Gibson Mastertone banjo. He has performed with Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, Merle Haggard, Andy Griffith and countless others.

Spend some time in Clarksville at the many antique stores, boutiques or department stores. Visit and taste award-winning wines at Beachaven Vineyards & Winery. See the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center, one of the most photographed buildings in the state. Nature lovers can explore Dunbar Cave State Park, along with the numerous walking and biking trails. Liberty Park Marina offers fishing, walking trails, a dog park, sports fields and boat slips as well.