TOLLAND JAIL MUSEUM

TOLLAND, CT

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The Tolland Jail Museum is a historic museum located in Tolland, Connecticut. The museum is located in the former Tolland County Jail, which was built in 1856 and operated as a jail until 1968. The museum was opened in 1969, after the jail was renovated, and it has been providing visitors with a glimpse into the history of the region ever since.

The Tolland Jail Museum features a variety of exhibits and displays that showcase the history of Tolland County and the surrounding areas. The museum’s collection includes artifacts and documents related to the jail, as well as exhibits on the history of the local area, including the Native American tribes that once inhabited the region, the early settlers of Tolland, and the impact of the American Revolution on the area.

Visitors to the museum can take a guided tour of the jail, which includes a look at the cells, the exercise yard, and the living quarters for the jailer and his family. The museum also hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and educational programs for children.

Overall, the Tolland Jail Museum is a must-see attraction for anyone interested in the history of Connecticut and the United States. With its unique setting and extensive collection of artifacts and exhibits, the museum provides visitors with a fascinating glimpse into the past and a deeper understanding of the people and events that have shaped the region over the centuries.

TOLLAND JAIL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in TOLLAND CT. US MID #8400900018

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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TOLLAND JAIL MUSEUM
52 TOLLAND GRN
TOLLAND
CT
06084

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TOLLAND JAIL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8400900018
Name TOLLAND JAIL MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , New England
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 41.873344, -72.369827
CODES FIPS State Code: 09
FIPS County Code: 013
US Census Tract: 533101
US Census Block: 4000