Parsons Field — From Pasture Land to Community Recreation

Parsons Field — From Pasture Land to Community Recreation

How the town preserved this property for community recreation.

By Rye Historical Society

Date and time

Thursday, October 17 · 7 - 8pm EDT

Location

Rye Public Library, Washington Road, Rye, NH, USA

581 Washington Road Rye, NH 03870

About this event

Presenters: Lew Karabatsos and Alex Herlihy

It started out as pastureland and almost ended up being sold to a developer. Today, it is the center of many town programs and events from 4th of July fireworks and car shows to dog walking and Rye Day. How did we get from then to now? Join us for a history of the evolution of the  Parsons Field we know today. Rye Historical Board member, Lew Karabatsos and Town Historian, Alex Herlihy, will use original documents and artifacts to tell the story of our much beloved, community gathering place.

Organized by

Rye Historical Society

Since 1976, the Rye Historical Society has engaged community members to learn about our little village and its significant role in the history of New Hampshire and the United States.

In 2002, the Town Museum opened in the center of Town. The museum has ongoing and special exhibits from May through October, and programs for community education on topics related to the history of Rye throughout the year.

In 2023, the society agreed to be the fiscal sponsor of Rye's 400th celebrations, working with the town and community to showcase the past 400+ years of history.

RHS is a volunteer-led non-profit organization supported through memberships and donations.

On Sale Aug 12 at 12:30 AM