Anamosa State Penitentiary
Anamosa State Penitentiary, Maximum security prison in Anamosa, Iowa, United States.
The penitentiary features massive stone walls, crenelated towers, and two stone lion statues guarding the central administration building entrance point.
The Iowa General Assembly commissioned the construction of this additional penitentiary in 1872, with inmates providing labor using local stone materials.
The facility houses a museum showcasing prison artifacts, construction history, and the evolving role of correctional officers through educational exhibitions.
The institution provides educational programs in welding, automobile repair, and horticulture, while offering opportunities to obtain high school diplomas and associate degrees.
The architectural design follows Scottish Baronial Revival style, making it resemble a medieval fortress rather than a typical correctional facility.
Location: Anamosa
Inception: 1875
Address: North High Street
GPS coordinates: 42.11100,-91.29100
Latest update: May 27, 2025 15:26
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