Lowell Correctional Institution

Lowell Correctional Institution is a women's prison complex located north of Ocala in Marion County. The facility comprises multiple buildings and operational areas designed to house and serve female inmates throughout their sentences.

The facility opened in 1956 as Florida's first dedicated women's prison. It replaced previous segregated female units that had operated within other state prisons.

The institution implements educational and vocational training programs focused on preparing female inmates for their return to society through skill development and certification courses.

Visits require advance scheduling through the Florida Department of Corrections website, with strict rules governing clothing and permitted personal items. It is important to check current policies before planning a visit.

Environmental testing in 2022 found chemical compounds from firefighting foam in groundwater near the facility. The measured levels exceeded state safety standards by a significant margin.

Location: Florida

Inception: 1956

Official opening: 1956

GPS coordinates: 29.31360,-82.20140

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:21