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Verified July 2026

Missouri State Penitentiary

Jefferson City, MO · Central Missouri

A former prison opened in 1836, now accessible through historical tours of cells, yards, and institutional spaces.

Field note

Choose the history tour if you want the strongest documented account. Paranormal programming is labeled separately.

Access warning

Stairs, rough surfaces, and unconditioned buildings. Follow the guide.

Evidence line

This listing is marked history + folklore. Practical details were last checked in July 2026. Conditions change, so use the primary source before leaving home.

Check the source: Missouri State Penitentiary Tours