National Register of Historic Places

Lumpkin County Jail

Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia
Listed
September 12, 1985
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
85002086

About this property

The Old Lumpkin County Jail is a historic jail building in Dahlonega, Georgia. The two-story brick jail was built in 1884. The first floor is now used as a museum by the Lumpkin County Historical Society and the second floor has been largely maintained in historic condition. Tours are given during major festivals. Bill Miner a.k.a. the Gentleman Bandit and Grey Fox were held in the jail. The county built a newer jail in 1964. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 13, 1985. It is located on Clarksville Street.

Location

Dahlonega, Lumpkin County, Georgia
34.53445, -83.98174

Categories

POLITICS/GOVERNMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Battles

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When was Lumpkin County Jail listed on the National Register?

Lumpkin County Jail was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on September 12, 1985.

What type of historic resource is Lumpkin County Jail?

Lumpkin County Jail is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Lumpkin County Jail?

The period of significance for Lumpkin County Jail is recorded as the industrial era.

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