Ashtabula Arts Center

Wow, first? I’m surprised. This is a really well-​loved place by people from all over the Northeast Ohio area.
They are probably best-​known for their showing of the Nutcracker every Christmas season. This is a big tradition for all of those within a pretty large radius. The play is absolutely stunning, performed by children, high school, college students, adults and elders alike. I’ve grown up watching a lot of talented friends perform throughout the years, many who have gone on and become successful at dance, which is difficult to do.
Beyond that, they also have all sorts of art classes and camps for children. I took piano lessons here for a good chunk of my adolescence and I miss coming to this place on peaceful Saturday mornings. I’m glad I always have the Nutcracker as an excuse to return to this location and remember that part of my life.