Historic Inn In Ashland VA
by Jean Wright
Title
Historic Inn In Ashland VA
Artist
Jean Wright
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Photograph - Photograph
Description
The Henry Clay Inn is named for the orator and statesman who was born in Hanover County in 1777 and wasknown as "the Great Compromiser."
The very first of three hotels/inns stood just north of the present location and was called the Ashland Hotel. This hotel was built in 1858 and was destroyed by fire in 1905. The old Ashland Hotel provided weekend getaways for Richmonders who made the trip by rail to enjoy the country air. The Civil War closed the hotel for 10 years. In 1868 Randolph Macon College acquired the Inn for use as a boarding house.
The second hotel built and the first to be named The Henry Clay Inn was built on the original site of the Ashland Hotel in 1906. This Inn was enjoyed for the next forty years by RMC students for balls and parties and later as living accommodations for newlyweds until suitable housing could be afforded. This Inn burnt to the ground on February 27, 1946.
The present day Inn opened on April 10, 1992. The exterior of the Inn is an exact replica of its Georgian style predecessors (recreated from photographs). The balcony overlooks the old Ashland train station and campus of RMC. It has recently changed hands and hopefully will re-open soon.
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November 7th, 2014
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Comments (8)
Gary Richards
A great fall architectural/historical image! Beautiful lighting and colors!
Jean Wright replied:
Thank you, Gary. Somehow this photo reminds me of the opening scene of Gone with the Wind. I can just imagine Scarlet sitting on the porch.
Kathleen K Parker
Such a beautiful building, scene, and composition. Love the fall leaves and more, Jean! :) kk
Jean Wright replied:
Thank you. When I saw the way the sunlight was illuminating the leaves, I was compelled to stop and take a number of shots from different angles. This one seemed to capture the inn and the maple leaves best.