ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTARY MUSEUM

ANAMOSA, IA

The Anamosa State Penitentiary Museum is located in Anamosa, Iowa, and is situated within the walls of the Anamosa State Penitentiary, which is still an active prison. The museum is dedicated to documenting the history of the prison, and features exhibits that highlight the prison's past, including stories of infamous inmates, prison life, and the evolution of the prison system in Iowa.

The museum has a collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that provide visitors with a glimpse into the prison's past. Visitors can see cells that were used in the past, as well as displays of inmate-made objects, such as furniture, leather goods, and artwork. The museum also has a gift shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs, such as t-shirts and mugs.

The Anamosa State Penitentiary Museum is open to the public, and visitors are welcome to explore the exhibits during its hours of operation. The museum is a popular destination for history buffs, as well as those interested in the criminal justice system. The museum's goal is to educate visitors about the prison's past, while also promoting an understanding of the importance of rehabilitation and reform in the criminal justice system.

ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTARY MUSEUM is a History Museum in ANAMOSA IA. US MID #8401900586

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• telephone: 3194622386
• website: http://www.asphistory.com

ANAMOSA STATE PENITENTIARY ASSN
PO BOX 144
ANAMOSA
IA
52205-0144

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