Downtown Ashland Association (DAA) is seeking public input on the concept of a Mid-Atlantic Railroad Park. This proposed walking tour-style park would be a place-making feature for Downtown Ashland, Virginia, which traces its railroad heritage from the 1830s.
Exhibits throughout Downtown would feature existing assets--such as the train mural, historic station and red caboose--plus railroad history and highlights of modern rail transportation. All exhibits would be free and open to the public year-round. A mobile application with additional information, visuals, sound and video would enhance visitor's experiences.
The objective for developing a Railroad Park is to bring greater economic activity to Ashland/Hanover and enhance the quality of the visitor experience in Ashland. This place-making effort would showcase the community's story, while creating both an attraction and entertainment in Downtown Ashland.
This survey should only take a few minutes of your time. Your opinion matters! All responses will remain strictly confidential.