Silk Fields, a 2.5-acre property at 7 Farm Road behind LexFarm, is privately owned and now under consideration for development. This parcel is more than land, it’s a civic question about how Lexington stewards open space, community connection, and regenerative futures.  

Background

• Location: 7 Farm Road, directly behind LexFarm  
• Size: 2.5 acres  
• Current status: Privately owned, with development options being explored  
• Community significance: Serves as green space, educational backdrop, and connective tissue in Lexington’s civic landscape  

Why Land Use Matters

Land is not just acreage, it’s a stage for community life. Decisions about Silk Fields will shape:  

• Access to open space for learning, gathering, and civic imagination  
• Continuity of Lexington’s agricultural and ecological fabric  
• Opportunities for regenerative land stewardship that align with town values  

Community Impact

• Preserving Silk Fields could strengthen Lexington’s commitment to sustainability and education  
• Development choices will ripple into neighboring farms, schools, and civic programs  
• Acquisition offers a chance to model participatory, values-aligned land use  

Next Steps

• Town commissions are reviewing options for acquisition and future use  
• Community members can stay informed and engaged as decisions unfold  
• My testimony (to the Community Preservation Commission, Conservation Commission, Town Meeting Members in Precinct 1, and neighbors in the East Lexington Village) reflects a call for thoughtful stewardship  

👉 Read my testimony here

FAQ Section

Who owns Silk Fields?  It’s privately owned, with development options currently being explored.  

Why is acquisition being considered?  To preserve open space, strengthen Lexington’s civic and ecological fabric, and ensure community-centered land use.  

How can I stay informed?  Follow updates from town commissions and subscribe to fresh cercle’s newsletter HERE for ongoing reflections on repair, ritual, and regenerative futures.  

Silk Fields is more than land, it’s a living question about how we mend systems and steward futures together.  

✨ Join me in staying informed, sharing your voice, and imagining what regenerative land use can look like in Lexington.