Gonzales, Texas: Old Jail with Indoor Gallows
Held prisoners from 1887-1974. Tour includes the dungeon, the "women and lunatics" cell, and the indoor gallows.
Old Jail Museum
- Address:
- 414 Saint Lawrence St., Gonzales, TX
- Directions:
- Old Jail Museum. Downtown, on the south side of St. Lawrence St. between N. St. Joseph and St. Paul Sts.
- Hours:
- M-F 8-5, Sa 9-4, Su 1-4. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 888-672-1095
- Admission:
- Donation
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If Sandra is there, ask for a tour! She will give you a tour and share interesting facts. She was the daughter of a sheriff and lived on the premises from 1951-1961!
[Heather Lyons, 03/19/2016]
The indoor gallows are upstairs and are definitely a sight to see! Cool historic information is provided regarding several prisoners who spent their time in the jail.
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