Pickens County Jail, Jasper GA - U.S. National Register of Historic Places on Waymarking.com

Building listed on the National Historic Register. The old marble front jail constructed in 1909 and served the county until 1982. This is a unique structure with living quarters on the first floor for the jailer and his family with the cell blocks occupying the second story.
The jail also had a working gallows inside the building, it was never used. The building was used as a house for local sheriffs and prisoners until the federal government ordered it closed in 1981.

A small donation of $3.00 is requested to view the exhibits in the Old Pickens County Jail and the Kirby-Quinton Cabin. Children under the age of twelve are admitted to both buildings free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult.

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Special tours are conducted by appointment. See the gallery pictures for visiting hours and contact number.

Street address: 141 North Main Street Jasper, GA USA 30143 County / Borough / Parish: Jasper, Pickens County , Georgia USA Year listed: 1984 Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering Periods of significance: 1900-1924 Historic function: Correctional Facility Current function: Museum Privately owned?: yes Hours of operation: From: 2:00 AM To: 5:00 PM Primary Web Site: [Web Link] Secondary Website 1: [Web Link] Season start / Season finish: Not listed Secondary Website 2: Not listed National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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