Houston Historic Jail, Alabama, United States

4.0 (26 reviews) Spent < 1 hour Ranking #1 in Houston Speciality Museums

Went to jail!

Interesting construction of this old jail. I enjoyed seeing Eagle Scout projects at this location. Free, but left a donation.

4786 County Road 63, Houston, AL 35572

Wednesday, May 08, 2024, 14:46

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4JANETM45 5:00 PM Aug 5, 2018
Great brief stop if you enjoy history
This log building has nails close together to prevent prisoners from cutting their way out. Two small rooms, each with a “convenience hole” in the back wall comprise the entire building. There are two, tiny, windows in the walls. It’s hard enough to believe it housed prisoners; harder yet to believe is was used as a family residence. The history of Houston and of Winston County is well documented on the signage.
4funkimunki67 5:00 PM May 21, 2014
Only log jail in Alabama
Interesting and worth a stop to have a walk inside this bit of American history. Leaflets are in a holder outside together with a voluntary contribution box. There is also a guest book inside you can sign. A historical information sign and two memorial statutes make for some interesting reading.