Thing to Do
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Ashland is home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, with performances from February through October.
Ashland's charming town square is at the town's north entrance, where you can stroll through the landscaping masterpiece of Lithia Park. Enjoy unique shopping and dining all along Siskiyou Boulevard, including the newly restored Ashland Springs Hotel - an Ashland historical landmark for most of the town's history.
In Medford tour Harry and David’s bakery, candy kitchen and packing house. Known as the world’s largest gourmet fruit and gift company, you will receive free samples as you watch Harry and David’s delectable confections being made from scratch. You may also visit their flagship store, near the Medford Welcome Center just off I-5. Medford is home to the Craterian Theater with world class performances throughout the year.
History buffs won't want to miss The Southern Oregon History Center, which offers walk through exhibits that showcase regional history.
From Medford it's onto Jacksonville via Gold Hill,home to the the "House of Mystery and the Oregon Vortex".
Historic Jacksonville is one of a handful of places in the USA where the entire town is listed on the national historic register.
Charming streets and historic homes offer a glimpse into early Oregon history. Don't miss the Southern Oregon Museum and the Britt Gardens.
In Summer enjoy music under the stars at the nationally recognized Britt Music Festival.
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