Cripple Creek Jail Museum

20 reviews

+1 (719) 689-6556

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136 W Bennett Ave

Cripple Creek, CO 80813

+1 (719) 689-6556

http://visitcripplecreek.com

History

This is the historic Teller County Jail-in use from 1901 until 1992. General admission is $3.00 for folks 13 and older, 12 and younger are FREE!

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This is the historic Teller County Jail-in use from 1901 until 1992. General admission is $3.00 for folks 13 and older, 12 and younger are FREE!

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5.020 reviews

Samantha H.

7/12/2024

Wow, how cool is this museum??? Bob was phenomenal and I really enjoyed the stories and history behind the jailhouse. Highly recommend!!

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Isaac A.

1/20/2024

It was a quick stop with tons of info and only cost $5 to enter. I never realized how small those jail cells were and that you could jam up to six people inside. The lady at the front desk was...

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Lori L.

4/5/2024

It was fun!! The History is amazing!! Good times are great people!! You can definitely feel how creepy it is in each one of the cells!

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Sharon L.

11/5/2020

Cool little museum with lots to check out so it's definitely a must see place to visit when in town. The cells are fun to hang out in but it also lets you realize how tough things were in days...

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Jessica S.

10/8/2023

Such an interesting experience. Reasonable entry (only $5 a person!) and self guided tour, somewhat interactive. The stories in each cell are fascinating and the fact that this jail was still in...

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