1859 Jail Museum
Museum
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 10 a.m. Wed
About
Walk-thru cellblock & Federal-style home. Limestone cellblock where the outlaw Frank James did time, next to the town marshal's former home.
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What to bring
▼Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:
- A camera and notebook
- Comfortable shoes for walking
Best times to visit
▼To avoid crowds at 1859 Jail Museum:
- Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
- Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
- Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance
Age appropriateness
▼This location is generally recommended for:
Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)
Details
- Address217 N Main St, Independence, MO 64050, United States
- 📞Phone(816) 252-1892
- 🕒HoursMonday:ClosedTuesday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Wednesday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Thursday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Friday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Saturday:10 a.m.–4 p.m.Sunday:Closed
Features
Service options
- Onsite services: Onsite services available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom: Has wheelchair-accessible washroom
Offerings
- Gift shop: Has gift shop
Amenities
- Gender-neutral washroom: Has gender-neutral washroom
- Offers tours: Offers tours
- Washroom: Has washroom
- Restaurant: No restaurant
Crowd
- Family-friendly: Family-friendly
Children
- Good for kids: Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot: Free parking lot
- Free street parking: Free street parking
- On-site parking: On-site parking
Nearby
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