San Juan Capistrano Jail Cell - San Juan Capistrano, CA
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bluesnote
N 33° 30.013 W 117° 39.850
11S E 438308 N 3706940
A jail cell that dates back to the 1800s on display along Los Rios Street.
Waymark Code: WMRC2K
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/06/2016
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The plaque says, "This jail cell was built in 1826 to serve as a holding cell for miscreants on their way to County jail. Originally located on the west side of Camino Capistrano at the intersection with Ortega Highway, it was the scene of several jailbreaks and one hanging."
Open to the public: No
Hours:
24/7
Fees?:
0
Address: Not listed
Web link: Not listed
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