August 5, 2003
The memorial to Ken Newcomb was made possible by financial
contributions from many of his friends and family and by the unstinting
volunteers who conceived and designed and transported the stone bench.
To all of these thoughtful people, too numerous to list, the Friends extend their deepest gratitude. |
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The historic view of Echo Bridge from Artists' Point
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The Friends' sited Ken's memorial bench at "Artists'
Point," a location that Ken loved and about which he wrote in his
Walking Tour of
Hemlock Gorge.
We hope that many generations of visitors will sit on "Ken's" bench and savor the view that he cherished so much and sought so hard to preserve. |
The Celebration at which we dedicated dedicate Ken's memorial was held as part of the Friends' Annual summer picnic. A celebration of his publications was held in 1998.
There was a large attendance, including many members of the Friends, four generations of Ken's family, and City and State officials.
Brian Yates, President of the Friends and Alderman of Newton, presided over the festivities.
There was much reminiscence and praise of Ken for his many years of dedicated work.
Below are some pictures taken during the celebration. Clicking on many of the images will take you to larger versions.
Photographs by John P. Mordes, M.D.
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