via (The Boston Globe) April 20, 1897 The lead: The “Marathon” race from Ashland to this city, held under the auspices of the Boston athletic association, yesterday afternoon, in conjunction with open handicap games on Irvington oval, in emulation of the Olympic games held in Athens last spring, proved a great success…
WHERE 2013 RUNNERS HAILED FROM…
Roberta “Bobbi” Gibb accepts a gift from Ashland Town Manager Tony Schiavi during the ceremony dedicating six historical plaques at Marathon Park in Ashland, on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013, as BAA Executive Director Tom Grilik and Bill Rodgers look on.
2012 DEMOGRAPHIC BREAKDOWN Based on 673 pre-registered runners out of 760 field total.