Date Visited: March 5, 2016
Location: 315 Main St, Nashua, NH
Located next to the New Hampshire Holocaust Memorial on Main Street across from a strip mall and busy roadway, the Rotary Common Park is a most unlikely place to find an art display. But, the Rotary Common Park is just that; an outdoor art museum. And this isn’t just some tourist attraction. The art here is very thought-provoking and amazingly crafted.
The “Path Of Truth” is a memorial to the “layers of humanity”. Or, as Sarah Mae Wasserstrum said;
“From the Origin layers of Humanity, we are connected by a common denominator.”
She imagines humanity as like layers, some thicker and some modest, all plied from the past to the future. The stone signifies the immense power of people and our ability to grow and change.
A bench dedicated to Michael Kelley. Who was Michael? What was he like?
Since it is located directly across from the Holocaust Memorial, the Reflection Garden & Labyrinth is the most popular spots at the park. Benches, sculptures, tiles with words of inspiration and works of art dot the circular reflection area.
The “Encounter” sculpture by Luben Boykov,
Boykov described it as, “The present moment of meeting becoming a place in the future.”
Boykov explains the sculpture as a moment just before people meet that are so quick but also last forever. It represents an encounter that can begin a lasting relationship.
There was also a surprising amount of animal activity in the area like this bird and a thirsty cat.
The displays at the Rotary Park change on a regular basis so keep an eye out if you’re in the area!
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New England Nomad 
April 21st, 2016 at 6:57 pm
Very intriguing art pieces. Thanks for sharing.
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April 21st, 2016 at 7:01 pm
Thank you, Lydia! I was so surprised at the depth of the art and the peaceful nature of the reflection garden.
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April 21st, 2016 at 7:00 pm
I really like Greeley Park in the summer. Great place to hear some music or have a picnic.
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April 21st, 2016 at 7:03 pm
I just looked it up and I’m adding it to my list. It looks beautiful. Thanks for the tip!
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April 26th, 2016 at 1:27 am
Those pieces are amazing. I liked the path of truth.
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April 26th, 2016 at 3:47 am
I would spend a lot of time there if I loved closer to it. The art is very creative. I especially liked the idea behind the Encounter sculpture. An encounter that can last a lifetime. It’s very intriguing.
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April 26th, 2016 at 2:59 pm
Yes it was, and that’s very true. Sometimes a brief encounter does stick with you.
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July 18th, 2016 at 5:29 pm
Mike Kelley was my brother…. Not a bad bone in his body…. A fun brother whom the family misses so much…. Love ya Mike!!!!
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July 18th, 2016 at 5:42 pm
Who…. Not whom…. My bad
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July 18th, 2016 at 5:47 pm
So cool to meet someone connected with a photo I took! He sounds like a great guy. Thank you for stopping by and commenting.
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July 31st, 2016 at 3:01 am
That sculpture is so unique!
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July 31st, 2016 at 3:13 am
Yes, I agree. I am always amazed by the creativity of the sculptors when I visit these kinds of parks.
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