The Ridges

formerly Athens Lunatic Asylum
Athens, Ohio

The Ridges in Athens, Ohio, is a 65,032 sq m Kirkbride Plan hospital. Designed by Levi Tucker Scofield with grounds designed by landscape architect Herman Haerlin and gardener George Link. Opening as the Athens Lunatic Asylum in 1874, this hospital operated for over a century before closing in 1993, following a transfer of stewardship to Ohio University in 1988.

access provided by Ohio University
recording dates 2023.10.16–18

Building 4, Corridor (40001)

Building 18, Corridor

Building 2, Bed Room (315)

Building 2, Parlor (311)

Building 4, Corridor (30001)

Athens Lunatic Asylum historic map

Exterior of The Ridges showing the position of Parlor 311 relative to the main entrance