Ashland can be explored through several distinct interests: historic homes and self-guided tours, performances at two theaters, and recreation at Brookside Park and Brookside Golf Course. This distinction is useful for planning because each offering addresses different interests. The historic sites focus on the town’s history, the theaters on film, concerts, and productions, while the pool, miniature golf, and golf offer different recreational activities. If you’re looking for accommodations, you can first decide which of these interests you want your stay to center on.
Historic Homes and Tours
The Ashland County Historical Society offers four historic buildings as educational visitor attractions: Manor House, Noonan House, Freer Home, and Clark Carriage House. It also offers self-guided tours of the Center Street Historic District and Ashland Main Street. Tour stops include Manor House, Noonan House, and Freer Home. This puts both individual historic homes and two named areas of town in focus. You can follow the names of the homes or consider the tours as a way to explore the two areas.
Film, Concerts, and Stage Productions
It’s also worth distinguishing between formats when considering the theater offerings. The Ashland Theatre reopened on May 5, 2023; it screens films and hosts concerts. The Hugo Young Theatre is used for mainstage and student productions by Ashland University, as well as major concerts. Their uses therefore differ: the Ashland Theatre offers film and concerts, while the Hugo Young Theatre also focuses on university productions. If you want to attend a particular performance, include the current schedules for the respective venues in your plans.
Swimming, Miniature Golf, and Golf
Brookside Park covers 32 acres. Its amenities include a public swimming pool and a miniature golf course. The pool is seasonal; operating dates and hours for the miniature golf course may vary. Check the current seasonal information before visiting the pool, and check the relevant dates and hours for miniature golf. This will help you account for the different operating conditions of these two recreational offerings when planning.
Golf is another option: Brookside Golf Course is a public 18-hole, par-71 course with a driving range. The number of holes, par, and practice area provide specific points to consider when choosing this activity. It’s a good idea to check the course information again before booking. In 2024, Brookside Golf Course also offered a junior golf program. If you’re planning to take part in a program like this, check in advance whether it is currently being offered.
Plan Your Stay Around Your Interests
When choosing accommodations, it helps to first decide the purpose of your trip. Historic homes and tours offer a distinct cultural focus; for a theater visit, the schedule of the performance you want to see is key. Pool and miniature golf visits depend on seasonal or changing operating information, while the golf course can be considered in terms of its 18 holes, par 71, and driving range.
For an overview of the wider area: Ashland County.
