Moore County Old Jail Museum

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10 Mechanic St S
Lynchburg, TN 37352

The Moore County Old Jail Museum, listed on the National Register of Historical Places, offers visitors a glimpse into the past with its collection of historical clothing, artifacts, and preserved jail cells. Constructed of heavy oak timber, this former jail operated for nearly a century before being transformed into a museum, showcasing the history of the area.

Managed by the Moore County Historical Society, the Old Jail Museum provides a unique experience for visitors, allowing them to explore the intriguing world of incarceration and learn about the lives of those who were once confined within its walls.

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It was cool but some wrong info
7/9/2023

Pretty cool place however THE Jesse James died in 1882 so could not have carved his name is 1887! N...

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Only Open 3 Days a Week
4/3/2023

Only Open 3 Days a Week, 3 hours a day. Be aware of that. We were there on a Tuesday afternoon and ...

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Brilliant museum
10/3/2022

Excellent free museum (donations gratefully accepted to help maintain). The guide was so knowledgeab...

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