Burlington County Prison Museum, Mount Holly

Name: Burlington County Prison Museum
Address: 128 High St, Mount Holly, 08060-1402, United States
Telephone: +1 609-265-5476

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The Burlington County Prison is a historic museum property, located next to the Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly Township, Burlington County, New Jersey, United States. Operating from 1811 to 1965, it was the oldest prison in the nation at the time of its closure. Designed by Robert Mills, its design exemplified period thinking in progressive prison design, with individual cells, good ventilation, and fireproof construction. Now operated by a local nonprofit as a museum, it was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986. ()

Built: 1810 (214 years ago)Coordinates: 39°59'48"N, 74°47'21"W

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128 High StMount Holly 08060-1402 United States

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+1 609-265-5476

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Nearby attractions include: Evesham Friends Meeting House, First Presbyterian Church, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Mount Holly Cemetery.

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Cemetery
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Natural attraction, Protected area
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