Museums and Historical Sites

11 Water Street West
Cornwall
(613) 938-4748
1-800-937-4748
Web Site: www.cornwalljail.com

Come to the Historic Quarter and experience the Historic Cornwall Jail.

Built in 1834, the Jail operated until 2002 when the Ministry of Correctional Services closed the facility in favour of newer, larger facilities in major cities.

The cell blocks, common areas, exercise yard & visitation area have been maintained as they were when they were populated by inmates sentenced to jail time. Step right into a cell to experience life behind bars - at least for a few moments.

There are stories of prison life from the point of view of the guards and the inmates. You'll also learn about escapes & maybe even a ghost story or two.

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