Wednesday, July 23, 2014

J/Alphabe-Thursday

The Old Stone Jail, Beaverton

J is for JAIL.

It was a hot summer day when I visited this jail - part of the Beaver River Museum. Sadly the museum wasn't open the morning I was there, but I bet it was cool inside. Not so nice in winter on damp, winter days and nights, I'm sure, and the small fireplace inside  (I'm guessing because of the chimney) wouldn't have helped much. 

Front - and only - door

The stone walls look thick and the  door looks sturdy don't they?  A breakout would not be easy.

Three windows on each side, none on back

A stonemason from Scotland built the jail more than a century and a half ago during the late 1840s. This slice of history was rescued from demolition and moved to this museum spot in 1995.

Bars on windows

I'm thinking it's dark and gloomy in there.

I posted about this jail four years ago HERE.  Not much has changed since then except this time I took photos on a sunny day.

I am linking to Jenny Matlock at Alphabe-Thursday HERE 

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55 comments:

  1. Yogi♪♪♪July 23, 2014 at 6:57 AM

    It's kind of a handsome and sturdy building.

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  2. KateJuly 23, 2014 at 7:32 AM

    Thanks for all the different views of this building. Looks like it has been kept up quite nicely, altho I would not have wanted an extended stay there.

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  3. KateJuly 23, 2014 at 7:32 AM

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  4. RevrunnerJuly 23, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    It certainly has been well maintained.

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  5. RoanJuly 23, 2014 at 7:43 AM

    Cool building!

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  6. GreensboroDailyPhotoJuly 23, 2014 at 8:06 AM

    Quite a fortress! Would never want to be on the inside!

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  7. William KendallJuly 23, 2014 at 8:15 AM

    It stands out quite nicely. Saving it from demolition was the right thing to do.

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  8. AndyJuly 23, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    I have marked this historic jail on my list of places to visit.

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  9. PradeepaJuly 23, 2014 at 8:28 AM

    Nice building!

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  10. DebbieJuly 23, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    it's such a beautiful building, it's hard to think of it as a jail!!

    it made for some very pretty images!!!!

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  11. Tanya BreeseJuly 23, 2014 at 8:46 AM

    i love the stonework...i'm sure the inmates were less appreciative ;)

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  12. TexWisGirlJuly 23, 2014 at 9:09 AM

    looks like a tough spot to spend time.

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  13. DarlaJuly 23, 2014 at 9:20 AM

    Another great rescue, nice to know it was saved from the wrecking ball.

    Darla

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  14. orchid0324July 23, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    Oh My! It SURE is new kind of scene was and really interesting. Good to be rescued from demolition♪♪♪

    Sending you Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan, xoxo Miyako*

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  15. Elizabeth EdwardsJuly 23, 2014 at 10:01 AM

    i love the stone work. so impressive. ( :

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  16. JudyJuly 23, 2014 at 10:14 AM

    But back then, jail was all about punishment, not rehabilitation! But those bars sure look like they would be hard to get out!!

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  17. Gillian OlsonJuly 23, 2014 at 10:19 AM

    What a great slice of history, the building sure must be sturdy because it is still is great shape. Bet it was a cool, dark and lonely place as a jail.

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  18. Rune EideJuly 23, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    I'm glad that it does not serve its original purpose anymore, but it makes a fine subject for photographers.

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  19. Linda W.July 23, 2014 at 10:44 AM

    Yes, that building looks very sturdy. No jailbreaks there!

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  20. John @ Beans and I on the LooseJuly 23, 2014 at 11:25 AM

    I always find it a marvel how they move entire buildings to a new location for preservation. Too bad you could not go inside.

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  21. Small City ScenesJuly 23, 2014 at 11:33 AM

    I'm glad it was saved but I wouldn't like to spend any time in it. LOL MB

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  22. Gail DixonJuly 23, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    I love the stonework. But it does appear to be a foreboding place to be incarcerated.

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  23. MadSnapperJuly 23, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    today's photos have better color and detail than the older post. here is my plan... two horses and two ropes to pull those windows out for the jail break. it might take 3 horses since those are really heavy duty bars.. i would not want to stay in it winter or summer. but i do like the look of it

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  24. JudyJuly 23, 2014 at 12:01 PM

    Looks pretty if you don't have to worry about getting locked up in there. I am glad to hear that the buildings will be preserved.

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  25. RedPatJuly 23, 2014 at 12:34 PM

    It looks like it is in beautiful condition, EG!

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  26. Coloring Outside the LinesJuly 23, 2014 at 1:10 PM

    Neat historical building- but definitely not one I would want to have to spend a lot of time in!

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  27. Ginny HartzlerJuly 23, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    The stonemason did wonderful work. But also, no fire escape, not even a back door! It is more secure this way, but one would go absolutely bonkers...

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  28. Ginny HartzlerJuly 23, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    Sandra's plan is brilliant!

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  29. Seraphinas PhantasieJuly 23, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    Really really wonderful this house and done for eternity...
    Best regards, Synnöve

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  30. cedarmerefarmJuly 23, 2014 at 2:44 PM

    It's great that this building was preserved.

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  31. Rocky Mountain WomanJuly 23, 2014 at 4:25 PM

    It would be extremely difficult to break out of that jail! lovely shots...

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  32. Our photosJuly 23, 2014 at 4:58 PM

    Hmm, not a nice place to be, I think

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  33. StephanieJuly 23, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    Love the stonework and that wooden door.

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  34. eileeninmdJuly 23, 2014 at 6:33 PM

    The stonework is pretty, it looks very well cared for.. Great shots!

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  35. RoseJuly 23, 2014 at 6:35 PM

    It is just such a sturdy building! I don't think it would have been easy to break someone out there.

    As always, I love stone buildings.

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  36. carol l mckennaJuly 23, 2014 at 7:08 PM

    Great shots and textures for Alphabe J ~ love the door shot ~ thanks, ^_^

    artmusedog and carol (A Creative Harbor)

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  37. UnknownJuly 23, 2014 at 7:19 PM

    Lovely shots! That is a well maintained building and I love the structure. :)

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  38. JudieJuly 23, 2014 at 8:40 PM

    Good Lord! How on earth did they move it????? Great photos, as always!

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  39. MaggidJuly 23, 2014 at 9:20 PM

    Really different from our "Prison Systems" today . . hm??? Has life really changed that much???

    strong and sturdy - helped the community feel safe and secure . .
    wow.

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  40. JackJuly 23, 2014 at 9:20 PM

    That is mighty fine stonework. It would be tough enough to do it once, but twice?

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  41. CloudiaJuly 23, 2014 at 9:23 PM

    Field-stone speaks of Northern history!





    ALOHA from Honolulu
    ComfortSpiral
    =^..^= <3

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  42. SandyCarlsonJuly 23, 2014 at 10:03 PM

    That cold and possibly damp jail makes me think of a Revolutionary War prison (Newgate because why come up with an American name for a jail?) that is underground and very comfortable and pleasant this time of year. I guess the thing would be to get yourself tossed in for the summer months!

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  43. RandyJuly 23, 2014 at 10:31 PM

    I like stone buildings.

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  44. KayJuly 24, 2014 at 12:30 AM

    I'm sure it's not a place full of happy memories, but it would have been a great shame if it had been demolished. (This reminds me of several funny jailbreak scenes in "The Grand Budapest Hotel.")

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  45. HalcyonJuly 24, 2014 at 3:10 AM

    I wouldn't want to be jailed there!

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  46. AnonymousJuly 24, 2014 at 4:32 AM

    VERY solid looking!

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  47. Jenn JilksJuly 24, 2014 at 8:43 AM

    I love these old buildings. Perth is dominated by such, built by Scots.

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  48. AnonymousJuly 24, 2014 at 9:39 AM

    Too cute to be a jail!

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  49. LmkazmierczakJuly 24, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    Nice jailhouse rocks...I must have Elvis on my mind♪

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  50. AnonymousJuly 24, 2014 at 4:17 PM

    Very interesting architecture. It's charming on one hand, but I wouldn't want to do time there.

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  51. fredamansJuly 24, 2014 at 6:37 PM

    Amazing that it still stands and looks to be in so good of shape!

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  52. AnonymousJuly 25, 2014 at 2:18 AM

    The stonework is gorgeous! I like the wood door,but I would like it much better without the bars.. :)

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  53. Splendid Little StarsJuly 25, 2014 at 9:04 PM

    That's very interesting. I wonder if those jailed were kept chained up.

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  54. Pat TillettJuly 27, 2014 at 12:19 AM

    It is a great looking building. The stone work is really good looking. Great photos!

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  55. JennyAugust 5, 2014 at 8:20 PM

    I am always a sucker for stonework.

    It is so substantial and 'forever'.

    Seems like a good idea to build a jail like that!

    And it's charming to look at one top of secure!

    Thanks for a wonderful link for the letter J.

    A+

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