Denmar Correctional Center

Denmar Correctional Center is a state prison facility located in Hillsboro built on the grounds of a former hospital, with multiple buildings arranged within a secured perimeter. The compound uses electronic detection systems and fencing to organize distinct operational areas and maintain security protocols.

The facility opened in 1993 on land that previously hosted a tuberculosis hospital operating until 1990. This conversion from medical to correctional use represents a significant shift in how the state repurposed the site.

The facility carries the legacy of its earlier medical purpose and shapes how the community views rehabilitation and opportunity. Visitors walking through can observe how former hospital buildings have been repurposed and integrated into the correctional operations.

The facility operates as a secure site with access restrictions, so advance arrangements are necessary to visit. Plan for security screening and dress appropriately, as there are strict guidelines about what visitors may wear and bring.

Residents participate in agricultural work on the grounds, tending a garden and orchard that provides produce for both facility meals and local food pantries. This connection to the surrounding community demonstrates how the operation extends beyond its perimeter.