Meghana A.
6/21/2023
I was excited to come check out this historic landmark. Once a mine, then a prison and then a mine again, if was fun discovering this part of CTs history. I got a chance to explore 75 feet below...
Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine
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115 Newgate Rd
East Granby, CT 06026
Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine, located in East Granby, CT, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the region's history through guided tours of its copper mine and the historical prison exhibits. Situated within a scenic setting, the site features a mix of underground exploration and self-guided experiences that highlight its rich past.
Visitors can enjoy the captivating narratives related to the mine and prison, while the area also provides opportunities for outdoor exploration when the museum is closed. With upcoming enhancements set for Viets Tavern and the inclusion of programs for military families, Old New-Gate continues to engage the community through accessible and enriching experiences.
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5.08 reviews
Brittany C.
10/11/2024
Beautiful historic and gruesome caverns. The property is well preserved for its time and very eerie. Enjoyed the tour underground in the mine shaft and the creepy ins and outs of the past
Dan R.
6/18/2023
"The warden threw a party in the county jail The prison band was there and they began to wail The band was jumpin' and the joint began to swing You should've heard those knocked out jailbirds...
Scott G.
6/10/2023
I recently visited Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine in East Granby and it was so cool! So a little history on the place... it originally opened as a copper mine (the first chartered copper mine...
Alicia N.
5/28/2022
Got to visit the Old Gate New Prison recently. I just thought they held prisoners there and that was it but there was much more to it when I took the tour in the mine. It all came together. It...
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