Territorial
Prison Museum - Canyon City, CO
The Territorial Prison Museum &
Park
The territorial prison in Canon City opened its doors for business in
1871. The institution executed 77 individuals during its operation. The
prison was the site of riots and brought the city into a national spotlight
just as it would today. In addition, this institution housed famous criminals
such as Alfred Packer (the only man convicted of cannibalism).
Exhibits include: the actual hangman's noose of the last man executed
by hanging in Colorado, confiscated inmate weapons and contraband ,
the gas chamber, historic photographs depicting life behind bars, and
a Federal Bureau of Poisons display.
 The
prison museum preserves and presents the history and evolution of western
prisons.
For more information call… (719) 269-3015.
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