Covers changes in prison system since its inception in 1848. Vistors can see old ball and chains, rifles used by Bonnie and Clyde, replica of the 9 by 6 cell, and 'Old Sparky', the state's electric chair used between 1924 and 1964. Rotating exhibits, along with penal artifacts, crafts and products produced by inmates are on display. Admission is charged.
Location:
1113 12th Street, Huntsville Texas 77340
Telephone
409-295-2155
Other History nearby:
(Franklin) Carnegie Library
(Van Horn) Culberson County Historical Museum
(Huntsville) Gibbs-Powell House Museum
(Independence) Independence Cemetery
(Livingston) Jonas Davis Cabin
(Livingston) Polk County Museum
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02/21 Coming to The Huntsville area
Pearland Crawfish Festival Pearland TX April5-7 Great crawfish, food, music, and fun.
Houston Hot Sauce Festival Houston TX September21-22 The Houston Hot Sauce Festival, conducted in September, showcases everything from sauce, salsa and spices to jams, jellies and pickles. The festival also features cooking demonstrations and on stage entertainment.
Texas Rice Festival Winnie TX October2-6 Bar-B-Que Cook-off Weekend,
Horseshoe & Washer Pitching Tournaments,
Rice Run 5k & Kids Fun Run,
Queen’s Coronation & Street Dance
Houston Italian Festival Houston TX October10-13 Fiesta Italiana! Bringing Italian culture to life.
Texas Renaissance Festival Plantersville TX October12-December1 Men and women decked out in the latest in 16th century Renaissance garb, jousting, juggling, dancing and feasting at the King's banquet hall.
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