The
Territorial Prison Museum & Park
Canon City, Colorado

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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