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Do time at Michigan's First State Prison, once the largest in the world. Begin downtown at the historic Michigan Theatre where, through an interactive program, live presenters share fascinating prison history from horrid punishments to hilarious amusements, riots to reforms.
Explore the fascinating history of Jackson's historic prison. Learn about its inmates, guards, and significant events on a guided tour. Find out more information about bringing your group tour to Jackson, Michigan’s historic prison sites.
in. JACKSON, MI. PRISON GROUP TOURS IN JACKSON, MICHIGAN. Fascinating history and unique locations you can’t find anywhere else! Your group’s adventure begins nearly 200 years ago just outside of downtown Jackson at Michigan’s first state prison.
Open: April 1st through October 31st. Bus Tour Groups inquire about a customized tour for your group, weekdays are open for buses. All tours start at Michigan’s First State Prison and proceed from there. Friday through Saturday at 10:00 AM or 1:00 PM. Reservations are necessary for all tours!
Historic Prison Tours of Jackson, Jackson, Michigan. 1,278 likes · 1 talking about this · 202 were here. "DO TIME" in Jackson and hear the fascinating history of its first and present prison, both...
18 sie 2017 · The horrific conditions that developed at the prison from its gritty early days are well documented by Judy Gail Krasnow in her book Jacktown: History and Hard Times at Michigan's First State Prison. Credit Lester Graham / Michigan Radio
Take The Original Jackson Historic Prison Tours. Walk the “Old Prison” grounds within 25’ high, imposing stone walls resembling an old castle. The remaining huge building, once Michigan’s first penitentiary cellblock, is now converted into the Armory Arts Village.
