First Visit and First Look Events begin Wednesday May 15 at 10:30 a.m. when the “Something Is Being Done” monument will be unveiled. The monument is designed by sculptor Meredith Bergmann, and includes more than 20 Lexington women and girls who have made significant contributions to the community, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the country, and beyond. LexSeeHer set out to make women visible. The new monument recognizes women’s economic, political, intellectual, social, and cultural contributions. Learn more at LexSeeHer.com.
Event summary:
Wednesday May 15, 10:30 a.m. Unveiling Ceremony with the LexSeeHer Chorus.
Request tickets at lexseeher.com/firstlook. Limited seating is available.
Additional standing room and lawn seating is available in designated areas on a first come, first served basis.
Wednesday May 15, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Children’s Activities, Guided Tours.
(To request a special group tour, please email lexmonument@gmail.com)
Thursday May 16 Guided Tours (to request a group tour, please email lexmonument@gmail.com)
Friday, May 17, 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Guided Tours, Children’s Activities, Volunteer Appreciation
“Under the Stars” LexSeeHer invites you to enjoy a Friday afternoon or evening first visit to the new monument.
Support local businesses by picking up take-out food, gather near the monument, and enjoy being in community.
Saturday, May 18 2:00 p.m. Dedication Day with the Children’s Community Chorus and special dance performances.