Holiday Walking and House Tour

The Ashland Museum will lead a guided walking tour along Henry Clay Road and College Avenue.  Uncover the different architecture of the homes, noting the businesses and hotels along the way. Wine and cheese reception at 205 College Avenue. 90-minute tour will be offered at 2:00pm and again at 4:00pm.  Each tour begins and ends at the Ashland Museum.  Reservations are encouraged, as each tour as limited space.

DETAILS:

In the late 19th century the greenhouses for Palmer Gordon’s florist business spread out across Henry Clay Road and James Street. He built his home at 123 Henry Clay Rd in 1888.

Then we’ll continue across the tracks along College Avenue for a look at this neighborhood and stop for a wine and cheese reception at 205 College Ave. This late-Victorian home was built in the mid-1880s and is currently owned by Buffy and Rob Bickford. From there we will return to the Museum.

The 90-minute tour will be offered at 2:00 pm and again at 4:00 pm. Each tour begins and ends at the Ashland Museum, 105 Hanover Ave., next to the Red Caboose. Tickets are $15 in advance for museum members, $25 in advance for non-members, and $30 at the door for all on December 2. Reservations are encouraged, as each tour has limited space.

We hope you can join us for one of our tours this holiday season. For more information or to purchase a ticket email or call 804-368-7314.

Proceeds from the tour benefits the Ashland Museum outreach programs.