National Register of Historic Places

Franklin County Jail

Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania
Listed
January 20, 1970
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
70000549

About this property

The Old Franklin County Jail is a historic jail located at Chambersburg in Franklin County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1818, and is a two-story, brick building with a slate covered hipped roof topped by a cupola. The original building measures 84 feet wide by 48 feet deep. In 1880, a cell block was added. The jail yard is divided into two sections and surrounded by a 20-foot-high wall. At least five prisoners were hanged on the premises. Now known as the Old Jail, the building houses a museum and genealogical library operated by the Franklin County Historical Society - Kittochtinny. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. It is included in the Chambersburg Historic District.

Location

Chambersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania
39.93898, -77.65944

Categories

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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 Franklin County Jail listed on the National Register?

Franklin County Jail was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 20, 1970.

What type of historic resource is Franklin County Jail?

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

What is the period of significance for Franklin County Jail?

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

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