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Missouri State Penitentiary Museum

Missouri State Penitentiary Museum

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4.7 (123 reviews)
Known For

Former Maximum-Security Prison, Incarceration Practices, Stories of Confinement

Address
700 E Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO 65101, Jefferson City, Missouri, 65101, United States of America
Hours
  • Monday: 10AM-4PM
  • Tuesday: 10AM-4PM
  • Wednesday: 10AM-4PM
  • Thursday: 10AM-4PM
  • Friday: 10AM-4PM
  • Saturday: 10AM-3PM
  • Sunday: Closed
Phone
+1 866-998-6998
Official Website
missouripentours.com

Ideal For

History Buffs True Crime Fans Thrill Seekers

The Missouri State Penitentiary Museum invites visitors on a journey through history, offering a glimpse into the lives of both inmates and staff within its former walls. Guests can explore the prison’s past, from its early days as a humble jail to its transformation into a maximum-security facility, learning about the evolution of incarceration practices and the stories of those who were confined there.

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