Freedom Old Home Week
Old Home Week Gallery
Friday, July 29- Sunday, August 7, 2011
The Old Home Week Celebration is actually a result of a former governor's proclamation. In the year 1899, the then governor of the state created legislation that would officially support an annual "Old Home Week" in villages and towns throughout NH. This was a direct result of the fact that the state had lost much population due to the westward expansion of civilization in the US. It was much more lucrative for farmers to till the fertile soils of The Plains as opposed to the rocky hillsides of New England. The governor had hoped that if each village had its own week of celebration, inviting former residents back to reconnect with their roots, then perhaps others might think about relocating to NH once again. If nothing else, it would most certainly boost the local economy. Through the years, many towns and villages have abandoned this annual celebration. Some towns no longer celebrate a whole week, but rather, an "Old Home Day". Freedom is one of only five towns throughout the state that still celebrates a full "Old Home Week". Activities are varied and include a myriad of events that bring current and former residents and their families together. There are many summer residents who make this an important part of their seasonal rituals. Activities include a parade through town which passes in front of the B&B, a lobster dinner, an outdoor cocktail party, water and land sports as well as an annual craft sale.Freedom Ducky Day
Rubber Ducky Race Gallery
July 2, 2011
Besides being a lot of fun for all ages, the Rubber Ducky Race helps raise money to support the Old Home Week activities. Again, staying at the B&B offers guests a front row seat. We are right on the cold creek where people wage bets, hoping that their duck will be one of the first over the falls so they can share in some of the prize money. Prior to the race, people gather to play games and can purchase sweatshirts and tee shirts with this year's "Old Home Week" logo. There are also refreshments and tiles sold. A new tile, which commemorates a different historic site in the village, is premiered each year.6th Annual Freedom Old Home Week 5K Road Race & Kids Fun Run
August 6, 2011
The 5K Road Race begins on Loon Lake Road in front of the Freedom Elementary School, going toward Village Road, then turns onto Freedom Point Road, around Round Pond and back to the school.Ring in the Holidays
November 19-20, 2011
Come to enchanting Freedom Village to begin your holiday shopping. Many of the town's merchants will be sponsoring special sales opportunities as well as unique and newly introduced inventory. The Freedom Artisans will have an open house on both Saturday and Sunday. There will be a Saturday luncheon at the church as well as the performance of Christmas readings. Hay rides or sleigh rides (if snow) will be available throughout the day on Saturday. Choose from quality hand made artisan crafts, unique antiques, original paintings and rare books as you go from shop to shop. Maps will be available at all locations in town.View the Complete New Hampshire Events Listing