Old Joliet Prison
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Joliet Correctional Center - Wikipedia
Joliet Correctional Center (originally known as Illinois State Penitentiary, colloquially as Joliet Prison, Joliet Penitentiary, the Old Joliet Prison, and the Collins Street Prison) was a prison in Joliet, Illinois, United States, from 1858 to 2002.
History - Old Joliet Prison
True to its historic and notorious legacy, the Old Joliet Prison now takes it rightful place as an authentic, unique asset which is inextricably linked to the history of Joliet, the state of Illinois, and people impacted by crime and punishment.
Old Joliet Prison | City of Joliet, IL
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Know Before You Go - Old Joliet Prison
Where am I able to go? – Please note that due to ongoing construction necessary to stabilize buildings and structures within the Old Joliet Prison, the buildings and areas within the prison yard that guests have access to may change throughout the tour season.
Inside the Big House: The Old Joliet Prison (1858-2002)
2019年7月13日 · The Old Joliet Prison is among the most iconic buildings within the City of Joliet. In addition, the city and facility have nearly identical timelines, as the city was incorporated in 1852, while the prison was constructed from 1857-1861, with the first prisoners arriving in 1858.
Stories from the Old Joliet Prison | Classic Chicago Magazine
2022年10月22日 · The Old Joliet Prison is a place of wonder with a rich history, full of stories with torture and horror. The prison is no longer in commission, but it does leave quite a haunting legacy. The Gothic architecture of the prison was designed by Chicago’s very own W.W. Boyington, he also designed the Water Tower on Michigan Avenue, so if you ...
Old Joliet Prison: Take a Tour of It's Old Cells - Roadtrippers
2021年1月29日 · As I pass through the old razor wire-topped gate of the abandoned, neo-Gothic Joliet Prison, its long, dark history immediately comes to life. From 1858 to 2002, the huge complex in Joliet, Illinois—with its 24 buildings and surrounding 25-foot-tall limestone wall—housed thousands of prisoners.
Historical Tours Resume At Old Joliet Prison
2023年3月10日 · Guided and self-guided tours are back at the Old Joliet Prison. The legendary penitentiary turned historical site, managed by the Joliet Area Historical Museum in partnership with the city of Joliet, has kicked off the 2023 season with a variety of tours suitable for various interests and age groups.
Surprising Joliet | ReGen | Illinois Times
2022年9月21日 · A few blocks away is Joliet Township High School, a block-long example of the iconic yellow limestone construction that brought the old prison to town. For more information about Joliet, go to www.visitjoliet.com. To schedule a tour of the old prison, go to www.visitjolietprison.org.