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Called "The Ridges" currently, this large, looming building that overlooks Ohio University's campus was formerly a mental health hospital called the Athens Asylum for the Insane. There's a small museum inside now, and the rest of the grounds are owned by the university, but there is still certainly a chilling aspect to the building that calls to its past. Take a walk around the grounds or visit the museum, it's something worth seeing. Behind the building is a community park with areas that would be worth visiting in warmer days. Take the road that loops up a hill (to the left of a campus sign) and you can view the cemetery of unnamed, forgotten patients who died and were only assigned a number. There are efforts to find the names of these individuals and give them the attention that is deserved. There's also a beautiful nature walk that I would have taken if it wasn't so cold! #roadtrips #ohio #historic #hospitals #roadtrip
Called "The Ridges" currently, this large, looming building that overlooks Ohio University's campus was formerly a mental health hospital called the Athens Asylum for the Insane. There's a small museum inside now, and the rest of the grounds are owned by the university, but there is still certainly a chilling aspect to the building that calls to its past. Take a walk around the grounds or visit the museum, it's something worth seeing. Behind the building is a community park with areas that would be worth visiting in warmer days. Take the road that loops up a hill (to the left of a campus sign) and you can view the cemetery of unnamed, forgotten patients who died and were only assigned a number. There are efforts to find the names of these individuals and give them the attention that is deserved. There's also a beautiful nature walk that I would have taken if it wasn't so cold! #roadtrips #ohio #historic #hospitals #roadtrip
An awesome creepy mental hospital in Athens called "The Ridges." There are great stories about past residents and. Great set of grounds to discover.
The Athens Lunatic Asylum, was a mental hospital operated in Athens, OH. from 1874 until 1993. The area is now known as The Ridges and is owned by Ohio University.
The Athens Lunatic Asylum, was a mental hospital operated in Athens, OH. from 1874 until 1993. The area is now known as The Ridges and is owned by Ohio University.

Popular places to visit

A quaint town in Southeast Ohio. Definitely worth a stop through. Lots of charming shops and an awesome old theater. #weekendgetaway

Court Street

During your trip to Athens, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Court Street. Discover the area's festivals or seek out its hiking trails.

Court Street
The sun setting and reflecting over Dow Lake at Strouds Run State Park. Strouds Run State Park contains 2,606 acres of uninterrupted hardwood, the 161-acre Dow Lake, a 900-foot sand beach, 6 #hiking trails, 15 mountain biking/hiking trails and 10 bridle/hiking trails.

Strouds Run State Park

You can take time to visit Strouds Run State Park during your travels to Athens. Discover the bars and its festivals while you're in the area.

Strouds Run State Park

John Calhoun Baker University Center

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit John Calhoun Baker University Center during your trip to Athens. Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

John Calhoun Baker University Center

Convocation Center

Catch an event at Convocation Center during your trip to Athens. Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Convocation Center

Peden Stadium

Catch an event at Peden Stadium during your trip to Athens. Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Peden Stadium

Hot Dog Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hot Dog Museum in Athens. Discover the bars and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Hot Dog Museum

Top Ohio University Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Ohio University Inn & Conference Center

Ohio University Inn & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
331 Richland Ave Athens OH
Ohio University Inn & Conference Center
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2.5 out of 5
20 Home St Athens OH
Quality Inn
The Lodge at Hocking College

The Lodge at Hocking College

2.5 out of 5
15770 OH-691 Nelsonville OH
The Lodge at Hocking College
Beautiful location, private, serene and clean. Near Athens and Hocking Hills

Beautiful location, private, serene and clean. Near Athens and Hocking Hills

New Marshfield OH
Beautiful location, private, serene and clean. Near Athens and Hocking Hills
Secluded Cabin in Hocking Hills with Hot Tub overlooking Pond near ATV Trails

Secluded Cabin in Hocking Hills with Hot Tub overlooking Pond near ATV Trails

Hocking Hills OH
Secluded Cabin in Hocking Hills with Hot Tub overlooking Pond near ATV Trails
Adorable Hocking Hills Couples Cabin w/ Hot Tub

Adorable Hocking Hills Couples Cabin w/ Hot Tub

Nelsonville OH
Adorable Hocking Hills Couples Cabin w/ Hot Tub
Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
38490 Todd Rd Nelsonville OH
Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A couple's get-away in the woods.

A couple's get-away in the woods.

Nelsonville OH
A couple's get-away in the woods.
Just minutes away from Hocking Hills parks!

Just minutes away from Hocking Hills parks!

New Plymouth OH
Just minutes away from Hocking Hills parks!
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