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Athens State Hospital

Athens, Ohio • Athens County

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About This Property

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Athens State Hospital, a sprawling complex in Athens, Ohio, is characterized by its imposing Kirkbride-style architecture, designed for humane treatment of the mentally ill. Its grand scale and imposing facade reflect a significant period in psychiatric institutional design.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
60
Listed Date
3/11/1980
Other Names
Athens Mental Health And Mental Retardation Center

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Architecture; Social History
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1924 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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