Meet Tourism Director Ashley Carver BRINGING COLLIERVILLE’S STORY TO LIFE by Meena Viswanathan
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riven by a passion for preserving history and connecting with the community is what truly defines Ashley Carver. She capped her first anniversary as the town’s tourism director by putting on a spectacular Independence Day celebration, and is intent on raising awareness about the town’s cultural, recreational, and lifestyle opportunities to residents and visitors alike. Originally from Tipton County, Carver earned a master’s degree in museum studies from George Washington University in D.C. There she worked for six years in historic houses and institutional archives. With an appreciation for small museums, she came to Collierville in March 2013 to head the Morton Museum of Collierville History. “I love talking with residents and visitors and learning how I can help them connect with the community,” says Carver.
"I love talking with residents and visitors and learning how I can help them connect with the community" Ashley Carver
During her tenure, the museum won several awards from the Tennessee Association of Museums. In July 2016, she moved on to direct the town’s tourism initiative. Carver approaches her new role with the same sense of passion. “Growing up, my family always had people around the house and my dad showed us how to treat family and guests. He taught me what hospitality looked
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