Old El Paso County Jail Museum 1551 Main Street, San Elizario, TX 79849

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The Old El Paso County Jail Museum is a historic institution located at 1551 Main Street in San Elizario, Texas. This museum offers visitors a glimpse into the past, showcasing the former jail and its role in the local community. As a popular tourist attraction, the museum features exhibits on the history of the jail, including stories of notable inmates and the daily life of prisoners. Visitors can explore the cells, courthouse, and other areas of the jail, gaining insight into the justice system of the past. With its unique blend of history and intrigue, the Old El Paso County Jail Museum offers a fascinating experience for visitors of all ages.

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1551 Main St, San Elizario, TX 79849, United States

915-851-1682

losportalesmuseum.org

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Hours open

Monday:

Closed

Tuesday:

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday:

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday:

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday:

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday:

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday:

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Reviews

Miguel June:

"Free and full Of information. It was awesome to see first hand what jail cells looked like. There was a person there answering questions. Guestbook so you can sign in."

1 year ago

ElizabethRamirezTheZenshiiFan:

"Awesome trip! Took a field trip with my class, even got to be inside one of the cells! Man up front is super nice. Edit: Ah, I remember that field trip! It was indeed pretty fun."

1 year ago

gerardo couoh:

"This is a wonderful place to visit in San elizario! I was impressed by the jail! You Need to call for them to opened the Joel for you and you can visit how was the first jail Im Texas! Pretty and when you go inside you feel to traveling back on time! This is an amazing place to visit yo have some historic knowledge. Is a small place but pretty!"

1 year ago

Kelly Martin:

"Very cool little historical town. The jail is neat to look at and imagine the history but you can't go in. You just see it from outside so it's a bit of a let-down. Still worth visiting though. Note: I stand corrected (by the owner) that you can, in fact, see the inside of the jail. I was unaware of the appropriate times. By all means, if you visit, be sure to ask at the Museum for a guide to open it for you! I'll be sure to do this next time I visit."

almost 3 years ago