Missouri State Penitentiary Tours, Former prison museum and tourist attraction in Jefferson City, United States
The Missouri State Penitentiary features stone walls, guard towers, cell blocks, and a gas chamber across 47 acres of prison grounds.
From 1836 to 2004, this penitentiary operated as the largest correctional facility west of the Mississippi River, housing over 100,000 inmates.
The prison tours reveal stories of daily life, relationships between guards and inmates, and the evolution of the American correctional system.
Tours operate from March through November, with options including historical walks, ghost hunts, and photography sessions through multiple prison buildings.
The gas chamber, where 40 executions occurred between 1937 and 1989, remains intact and accessible during guided prison tours.
Location: Jefferson City
Address: 115 Lafayette St, Jefferson City, MO 65101 65101 65101
Phone: +18669986998
Website: https://missouripentours.com
GPS coordinates: 38.57375,-92.16180
Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:24
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