Ashby Historical Society

08/14/2026

Ashby Textiles: Then & Now, Meet Ashby's fiber artists and learn about the history of textiles in Ashby. Tomorrow, Saturday, Aug.15th, 10 - noon at the Library. Photo; Linda Williams, Country Weaver Designs.

08/11/2026

Join Ashby Historical Society staff and contemporary fiber artists from our town at the Library to explore how textiles evolved from a homemade necessity in 1700s to a vibrant art form today. Ashby Textiles: Then & Now, Meet the Artists, Sat. 8/15 from 10 to noon at the Library. The Ashby Textile exhibit is ongoing.

Our earliest local textiles were crafted entirely at home out of pure survival and necessity. By 1830, the rise of the Lowell Mills completely shifted production by manufacturing textiles on a grand scale, enticing young women to leave home for the mills and gain economic independence. Today, textiles have emerged as a powerful medium for fine art, and talented Ashby women are prominent among the contemporary artists leading this movement.

08/02/2026

AHS will be there with our fried dough booth.

⏰The Car Show is one month away, featuring a day of cars, food trucks, music, and fun!⏰

Important DetailsDate & Weather: The show is rain or shine with no rain date. 🌦️

Registration: All registration happens at the gate on the day of the show (no pre-registration). 🚫

07/29/2026

Randy May stands next to the grave of Isaac Gregory, Revolutionary War veteran and a prior owner of Randy's house on County Rd. While doing research on Gregory and his ownership of the house, Randy noticed his grave was not getting a flag on Memorial Day. This led to him spending 20 years, as time allowed, researching the Ashby Revolutionary War veterans. His work paid off adding 21 Ashby veterans who weren't being recognized. He has created a complete list and a map of where the graves are located which he has passed on to the Town, American Legion and Historical Society. Ashby at its best!

07/16/2026

Rod Gaudreau stands next to the Ashby veterans case at the Historical Society. Rod and Pat Read spent many hours collecting veteran related objects and turning the neglected cabinet into a display recognizing our veterans. Soon they will be working on labeling the objects.

07/09/2026

06/29/2026

Pie for the 4th of July. LAST CHANCE to order your delicious homemade pie for the holiday weekend. Orders close end of day Tuesday. Be sure there is a pie waiting for you. Order now by phone or online. Pick up Friday morning.
https://ashbyhistorical.org/portofolio/pie-sale/

06/27/2026

Ashby Textiles: Then & Now exhibit today 10 - 1 pm at the Old Engine House. Pie for the 4th of July sale continues. Order at the exhibit today, by phone or online. Pick up homemade pies on July 3rd. https://ashbyhistorical.org/portofolio/pie-sale/

06/23/2026

Textiles in Ashby: Necessity to Art are no longer just about warmth and necessity—today, they are a powerful medium for fine art, and Ashby women are leading the way. Saturday, June 27th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 846 Main St.

Join us for a special exhibit celebrating the extraordinary evolution of fiber arts in our town. Not only will you get to view two centuries of stunning textile artwork, but you'll also have the chance to meet and chat with contemporary Ashby fiber artists and AHS staff.
Whether you are a history buff, a fellow crafter, or just love supporting local talent, there is something beautiful for you to discover.
Photos: A. Wyman wallet, 1790; D. Berry wall hanging, 2025
We can't wait to see you there!