1927 Montague County Jail - Montague, TX
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WalksfarTX
N 33° 39.864 W 097° 43.182
14S E 618699 N 3725680
On the northeast corner of the courthouse square in Montague stands an old jail building, unused since 1980, yet standing as a symbol of much of Montague County law enforcement history.
Waymark Code: WMTKJD
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 12/04/2016
Views: 1
Marker Text:
The third structure to serve as Montague County Jail, this building was erected by the Southern Prison Company of San Antonio in 1927. The first floor contained living quarters for the jailer and his family, and six prison cells were maintained on the second floor. Used as a jail until a new facility was built in 1980, the building's architectural features include its entry portico, stone cornice, cast stone window sills, and simple tile detailing. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1991.
Address:
112 Grand St
Montague, TX USA
76251
Open to the public: Yes
Hours:
Saturday from 9 - 3
Fees?:
Web link: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
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