Camden County Jail, Gefängnis in den Vereinigten Staaten
The Camden County Jail is a historic prison building in Camden, North Carolina, constructed in 1910 from brick using traditional methods by Stewart Jail Works and Southern Jail Building Company. The two-story Colonial Revival structure features an upper floor with iron cells arranged in a large metal cage design visible from outside, while today it houses the county museum and Election Office.
The prison building was constructed in 1910 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984, recognizing its importance to local history. Its construction reflects Camden's development of public facilities during the early 1900s as the growing town established its systems for law enforcement and administration.
The building is accessible today during regular office hours of the county museum and Election Office, allowing visitors to view the historic architecture and interior details. Its location in Camden's historic downtown area makes it easy to reach and pairs well with nearby historic sites for a walking tour.
The upper floor contains an unusual prison construction made of iron that resembles a large metal cage and remains visible today, representing a rare example of early 1900s jail building methods. This distinctive design was standard at the time of construction but has become a noteworthy feature that showcases the engineering approach of that era.
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