Lake County Sheriff's House & Jail

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226 S Main St
Crown Point, IN 46307

The Lake County Sheriff's House & Jail in Crown Point, IN, offers a captivating journey through history. This site, listed on The National Register of Historic Places, provides an immersive experience into the stories, people, paranormal occurrences, restoration, and preservation efforts of the Old Sheriff's House and Jail since 1882.

Visitors have the opportunity to explore the architectural marvels of this historic landmark and learn about the infamous inmates and sheriffs who once walked its halls. The site also hosts various events such as the Jail Break 5K Run and offers private tours, night tours, and site rentals for those interested in experiencing the rich history firsthand.

Supported by the Old Sheriff's House Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, this establishment relies on donations, volunteers, and memberships to continue its mission of educating the public about the significance of preservation, restoration, and renovation. Guests can further support the foundation by visiting the gift shop or attending one of the many events held throughout the year.

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Lake County Jail Haunted Tour
11/12/2019

It was a good time with great tour guides. They made it fun with all if the ghosting equipment. We d...

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Old Sheriff's House/County Jail with Rick Waid's Paranormal Investigations and Readings
4/3/2019

Rick Waid lead a packed house along with the staff.There was tons of activity being from EVP's to fu...

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May 2013
10/13/2018

This is an interesting local landmark with some national exposure. I took a guided tour with a grou...

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