Ellen Sewell

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Ellen Sewell


Ellen is passionate about doing whatever she can to better her community. She was instrumental in the development and construction of Stringfellow Garden. From laying the walkway to building the arbor over the bench to landscaping, the garden has been her passion project.

The Stringfellow Garden is also particularly special to Ellen because of her role in helping to renovate the historic home of the park’s namesake, Mrs. Susie Stringfellow.


My Sacred Place


Stringfellow Garden, in partnership with CFNEA

Infusing pride, a sense of agency and civic engagement are the driving forces behind the creation of a Sacred Place in the City of Ashland.

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Joe Migas

Joe and his family have lived in the District since the late 80s, and have been members of Luther Place since 1994. Joe enjoys working with other members of the church community to make the gardens surrounding Luther Place a welcoming slice of beauty and peace amongst the surrounding neighborhood streets and businesses. The history...

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