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SUMMARY:Voices and Votes Museum on Main Street Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Voices and Votes: Democracy in AmericaAshby Free Public Library | July 26 – September 6\, 2025 \nThis summer\, the Ashby Free Public Library proudly hosts Voices and Votes: Democracy in America\, a traveling Smithsonian Institution exhibition brought to you by Museums on Main Street and Mass Humanities. Explore the origins and evolution of American democracy through engaging displays that connect our national story to local history. \nIn addition to the main exhibition\, visitors will discover a unique micro-exhibit spotlighting the people\, places\, and pivotal moments that shaped civic life in Ashby and the surrounding region. The six-week celebration will also feature visiting authors\, a community photography showcase\, a screening of Majority Rules followed by a public discussion\, a lively music festival\, and more. \nJoin us for this exciting series of programs as we reflect on the past\, examine the present\, and imagine the future of democracy\, right here in Ashby. \nThe Library is open Tuesday and Wednesday 10-5\, Thursday 1-8 and Saturday 10-2. We will be open in the evenings on Wednesdays and special hours for programs. Check out website ashbylibrary.org for more details. or subscribe to asbhylibrary.substack.com
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/voices-and-votes-museum-on-main-street-exhibition/
LOCATION:Ashby Town Common\, 1 South Road\, Ashby\, 01431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Photography Exhibit Museum on Main Street Voices and Votes
DESCRIPTION:Be Part of Ashby History: Voices and Votes Photography ExhibitCall for Submissions \nAs part of the Voices and Votes: Democracy in America exhibition at the Ashby Free Public Library\, we invite photographers of all ages and experience levels to contribute to a special community photo exhibit celebrating civic life\, community\, and the spirit of democracy in Ashby and the surrounding region. \nWhether you’re capturing a town tradition\, a moment of protest\, a community gathering\, or quiet symbols of participation and pride\, we welcome your vision. This is a non-juried\, community celebration of creativity and engagement\, open to all who wish to participate. \nPrizes will be awarded\, including special recognition for outstanding work by artists under 18. \nSubmit your photos and help us tell the story of our community—past\, present\, and future—through your lens. \nFor submission guidelines and deadlines\, please visit Ashbylibrary.org or contact hperry@cwmars.org Photos will be accepted stateing July 1st and will be exhibited in the Gallery of Art at the Ashby Free Public Library through September 6th when the Smithsonian exhibit closes.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/photography-exhibit-museum-on-main-street-voices-and-votes/
LOCATION:Ashby Town Common\, 1 South Road\, Ashby\, 01431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Bunker Hill Commemoration Ceremony\, Ashby
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 14\, 2025 at 1:00 pm gather on the Ashby Town Common to commemorate the Ashby Militia’s participation in the Battle of Bunker Hill. The ceremony will include the laying of a wreath at the Revolutionary War soldiers monument\, a salute by the Townsend Militia and the Ashburnham Light Artillery and a remembrance of the Ashby Militia and their role in this pivotal battle for American independence by Pastor Ken Johnson. \nFollowing the ceremony visitors can tour Ashby’s historic town center and the Old Burial Ground behind the First Parish Church where some members of the Ashby Militia are buried. \n\n		\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		 \n		\n			This event explores our region’s revolutionary past! Learn about Freedom’s Way 250 and discover the many ways the Heritage Area and its partners are commemorating and celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial anniversary.
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/bunker-hill-commemoration-ceremony-ashby/
LOCATION:Ashby Town Common\, 1 South Road\, Ashby\, 01431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Revolutionary Stories,Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T100000
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SUMMARY:Tour Of Historic Ashby Common
DESCRIPTION:The majority of the buildings around the Ashby Town Common were constructed between 1775 and 1836. 14 historic buildings will be featured. The tour is self-guided with presenters at various locations to provide interesting historical insights and answer questions. \nEvent scheduled Saturday\, May 11 from 10 am to 1 pm. Rain date of Saturday\, May 25. \n  \nThis program is offered by the Ashby Historical Society as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature\, Culture & History\, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places\, objects\, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
URL:https://freedomsway.org/event/tour-of-historic-ashby-common/
LOCATION:Ashby Town Common\, 1 South Road\, Ashby\, 01431\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hidden Treasures,Tours
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