The Clay County 1890 Jail Museum Heritage Center is currently closed for
renovations. The museum is expected to reopen in the Spring of 2009. Please
check back for more information on the renovation progress and plans for the
Grand Re-Opening.
renovations. The museum is expected to reopen in the Spring of 2009. Please
check back for more information on the renovation progress and plans for the
Grand Re-Opening.
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Welcome to the beautifully restored Clay County 1890 Jail/Museum, maintained and operated by the Clay County Historical Society. The jail operated from 1890 to 1973, and included a residence for the Sheriff. Today, all of the rooms in the residence, and most areas of the jail, have been restored and are filled with many exhibits of this era. These include a magnificent collection of old photographs of people and places in Clay County, furniture, artifacts, clothing and numerous items from long closed stores and shops. See the recreated Doctor's Office, and an exhibit of the Churches of Clay County. Visit an area dedicated to the men and women of all branches of the Military who served their country and Clay County. See the "Drunk Tank" where over-indulgent cowboys sobered up while waiting their turn with the Judge. Look up at the "Gallows" (never used) where the ultimate fate awaited those convicted of the most Heinous crimes. See other exhibits too numerous to mention. |
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| Stop by and visit, walk-ins are welcome, and enjoy a personally guided tour of the museum, or make an appointment for larger groups. Hundreds have toured the Jail/Museum over the years. You'll leave with a greater appreciation of the life and times of the pioneers and the hardships they endured. |