Covers changes in the prison system since its 1848 inception. Visitors see old ball-and-chains, replica of a 9-by-6 cell, and "Old Sparky," the state's electric chair used between 1924 and 1964. Exhibits rotate. Along with other penal artifacts, visitors also see crafts and items produced by inmates. Special weekday group tours and group rates by appointment. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Sat. and noon–5 p.m. Sun. Admission charge. 491 Texas 75 N. Take Exit 118 from I-45. 936/295-2155.
City: Huntsville
Region: Piney Woods
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