Our Mission
To be a vital center of enrichment for all, through cultural, educational, and community events.
Our Vision
To be a vibrant, inclusive community celebrating cultural enrichment in the Ashland and Hanover, Virginia community.
What We Do
The Center hosts popular events such as The Fourth of July Parade, the biennial Ashland Musical Variety Show, Hanover Idols, The Center Players Youth Theater Programs, and the Off the Rails Craft Beer Festival.
We also offer studio and meeting space for artists, musicians, and community groups.
The Center’s neoclassical architecture provides a large, open ballroom, soaring windows and ceilings, and an elegant exterior and lawn that provides a perfect backdrop for memorable events.
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Volunteer opportunities
Opportunities to help out for youth and high school students, individuals and families, and corporate and community groups of any kind or size.
We always need help with programming and building maintenance.
Support Us
By donating, you help preserve the history and traditions of our community and create new opportunities for the education and enrichment of your neighbors.
Become a Board Member
Interested in board leadership at The Center? Our current team would love to see how we might use your strengths and talents. New members are informed about an invitation to the board in April or May.
Testimonials
Beautiful historic building with a wonderful Nonprofit that operates it. Fantastic location to host an event, wedding, or party. They open their doors for all of the major holidays as well, and are a community center for Ashland! - Steve Dills
With all the growth around it, Ashland still maintains that small town appeal . The Hanover Arts & Activities Center is a great space for performances , not too large, not too small. - Andre Johnson