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Old Stone Jail The old stone jail is one of several buildings that comprise the Jewell County Historical Society Museum and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is currently being restored as a perfect expression of the optimism that led earlier Kansans to build such fancy and permanent public works.


Hours: Please call the Historical Society to schedule tours of the jail.
Address: Northeast corner of Center and Madison Streets
Phone: 785-534-0940
Our Email: jchs1870@hotmail.com
Our Website:www.jewellcountyhistory.com

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The Jewell County Historical Society Museum

The Jewell County Historical Society Museum contains donated gifts of various descriptions. The North building was the original home of the Jewell County Historical Society, donated by Mr. &

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Old Stone Jail

The old stone jail is one of several buildings that comprise the Jewell County Historical Society Museum and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places

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