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2 unusual facts about Athens Lunatic Asylum


The Ridges

In the winter of 2010, The Ridges took to the mostly abandoned Athens Lunatic Asylum that bears their same name to record a 5-track, self-titled, "studio" release among the ancient halls, deteriorating wards and eerie operating rooms.

The band's name, taken from the allegedly haunted local Victorian landmark that was formerly the Athens Asylum, speaks to the group's fascination with folklore and classical influences as well as their deep rooted connection to the city of Athens.


John Lefelhocz

Lefelhocz one-of-a-kind modern patterns reference several other Athens County interests such as a local love affair with the Paw paw, the former Athens Lunatic Asylum, and the Dairy Barn Arts Center.


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