MUSEUMS OF COLORADO PRISONS

CANON CITY, CO

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The Museums of Colorado Prisons in Canon City, Colorado, offer a unique look into the history of incarceration in Colorado. The museum consists of 11 galleries, each representing a different aspect of the prison experience. The galleries are filled with artifacts, photographs, and interactive displays that tell the story of prison life in the state from the late 1800s to the present. The museum also houses a variety of educational programs and activities, such as lectures and workshops, designed to educate the public about the history of incarceration and the current state of the criminal justice system.

The museum's main exhibit is called "The Road to Reform: Life in Colorado Prisons." This exhibit traces the history of incarceration in Colorado, beginning with the first prison, the Territorial Prison, which opened in 1868. Through photographs, artifacts, and interactive displays, visitors can learn about the evolution of the prison system, the development of reform efforts, and the impact of incarceration on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.

In addition to the main exhibit, the Museums of Colorado Prisons also feature a research library, where visitors can access a variety of documents and publications related to the history of incarceration in Colorado. Additionally, the museum hosts special events throughout the year, such as lectures and workshops on topics related to criminal justice reform.

The Museums of Colorado Prisons provide a unique and comprehensive look into the history of incarceration in Colorado. Through its exhibitions, educational programs, and research library, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of the past and present of prison life in the state.

MUSEUMS OF COLORADO PRISONS is a History Museum in CANON CITY CO. US MID #8400800363

The museum is classed as HST (History Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 97,759 from tax period 201305 (YYYYMM).

Contact MUSEUMS OF COLORADO PRISONS

COLORADO TERRITORIAL PRISON MUSEUM FOUNDATION INC
201 N 1ST ST
CANON CITY
CO
81212-3219

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MUSEUMS OF COLORADO PRISONS Information

MID # 8400800363
Name COLORADO TERRITORIAL PRISON MUSEUM FOUNDATION INC
Alternate Name MUSEUMS OF COLORADO PRISONS
Classification History Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 742493038
NTEECC A54
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201305
INCOME 110,071
REVENUE 97,759
LAT/LONG 38.439304, -105.246841
CODES FIPS State Code: 08
FIPS County Code: 043
US Census Tract: 980100
US Census Block: 1001