2015 is the Bicentennial of Carrollton, Ohio. For this we have chosen the location for our first hide to be at the museum of a community pillar.
In December of 1932, John and Evelyn married, opened the Ashton's 5¢ and 10¢ Store in Carrollton. While living in Carrollton they raised three daughters. At one time John and Evelyn owned all or part of 11 different Ben Franklin Stores. In addition John dedicated himself to service in his adopted hometown of Carrollton. He was one of the founders of the Carrollton Chamber of Commerce and an original member of the Civic Club. He was a member of the Rotary, the Carrollton Village Fire Department, Elks, Masons, Carrollton and Spencerville Historical Societies, served on the Carrollton Boy Scout Committee and a 30 year board member of the Cummings Bank.
Through the John H. and Evelyn L. Ashton Preservation Association, Inc 501(c)3, and the John H. and Evelyn L. Ashton Philanthropic Fund, a Carroll County Foundation donor advised fund, John's commitment to Carrollton will continue to enhance the local community for years to come, including the continuation of Ashton Scholarship Fund, Developing a process for community grants, and establishing The ASHTON HOUSE MUSEUM.
MUSEUM HOURS
Open April through December.
Wednesday through Saturday
10:00-5:00
Sunday 1:00-5:00
Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Special tours can be scheduled on Monday, Tuesday or any evening.
(Tours can also be scheduled during the off season.)
The Ashton House Museum of Carrollton is now a Blue Star Museum, according to Curator Jim Painting and will offer free admission to military personnel and their families this summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Blue Star Museums offer free admission to active duty military, including Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and Reserve members, with up to five family members.
Copyright © 2012 Provided by the John H. & Evelyn L. Ashton Preservation Association. Placed with permission from Curator Jim Painting.