Minnesota Correctional Facility – Red Wing

Minnesota Correctional Facility in Red Wing is a prison facility located in Red Wing, Minnesota, housed in a historic building complex. The site comprises multiple structures constructed over different periods and continues to operate as a correctional institution.

The facility was established in the 19th century and represents an early correctional institution in Minnesota. Its architecture and operations reflect the development of American incarceration practices.

Visitors can view the exterior and historic aspects of the facility from public areas nearby. Interior access is restricted due to operational security and is not typically available for casual visits.

The facility is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, documenting a significant period in American criminal justice history. This recognition highlights the architectural and historical value of the complex.

Location: Red Wing

Inception: 1889

Architects: Warren Dunnell

GPS coordinates: 44.56100,-92.49700

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:27