1859 Jail, Independence

Name: 1859 Jail
Address: 217 N Main St, Independence, 64050-2804, United States
Telephone: +1 816-252-1892

#8 among attractions in Independence

Museum, History museum, Historical place, Specialty museum

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The Jackson County Jail and Marshal's House in Independence, Missouri, United States is a building constructed in 1859 to serve as a county jail for Jackson County, Missouri. It served in this capacity until 1933, when it was decommissioned and replaced with another structure. More recently, it has been restored and opened to the public as a museum. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. ()

Built: 1859 (165 years ago)Coordinates: 39°5'37"N, 94°24'55"W

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217 N Main StHeart of IndependenceIndependence 64050-2804 United States

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+1 816-252-1892

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1859 Jail – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum, Community of Christ Temple, Temple Lot, Truman Home.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is 1859 Jail open?

1859 Jail is open:

Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to 1859 Jail?

Nearby attractions include Jackson County Courthouse, Independence (3 min walk), Historic Truman Courthouse, Independence (3 min walk), Trinity Episcopal Church, Independence (4 min walk), Truman Road, Independence (11 min walk).

How to get to 1859 Jail by public transport?

The nearest stations to 1859 Jail:

Bus

Truman at Main • Lines: 24 (1 min walk)
Independence MetroCenter (4 min walk)

Train

Independence (23 min walk)