Founders Day Wreath Laying

In honor of Spelman College’s 141st Founders Day theme STRONGER Together: Upholding Our Legacy, a new annual tradition is born! The NAASC Northeast Region in conjunction with the New England and Boston chapters are recognizing our beloved founders Harriet E. Giles and Sophia B. Packard with a historic wreath-laying ceremony at their final resting place. On Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 10:00 am Spelman College alumnae and friends are invited to attend this inaugural commemoration at Silver Lake Cemetery, Silver Lake Street in Athol, MA.

With Founders Day fast approaching, let us remember those two undaunted New Englanders that founded our phenomenal institution. We look forward to celebrating their life and legacy every year in April. The Northeast Region is the birthplace of our two dynamic founders, so it’s fitting that Spelman alumna near and far join us as we celebrate Sophia Packard and Harriet Giles is a unique and intimate way. We will lay a wreath at their gravesite and celebrate their contributions with a brief program.

After the ceremony, there will be a brief meet and greet/photo opportunity in the Silver Lake Park Pavilion (outdoors). If your schedule allows, please feel free to visit the New Salem Academy, 5 Academy Drive, in nearby New Salem where Sophia and Harriet matriculated. Please RSVP your attendance using the Eventbrite link below.

Attire: White Dress/Black shoes optional or beautiful Spelman blue! Please wear comfortable shoes to walk the cemetery grounds. This is an outdoor event, so please plan accordingly.