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Cripple Creek Jail Museum

Opens at 10am
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21 reviews
+1 (719) 689-6556
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136 W Bennett Ave
Cripple Creek, CO 80813
Opens at 10am

Hours

Sun10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Mon10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Tue10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Wed10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Thu10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Fri10:00 AM-5:00 PM
Sat10:00 AM-5:00 PM
+1 (719) 689-6556
http://visitcripplecreek.com

The Cripple Creek Jail Museum located in the historic town of Cripple Creek Colorado offers visitors a glimpse into the town's colorful past as a gold mining hub. Housed in a former jailhouse the museum showcases intriguing artifacts and exhibits related to local law enforcement and notorious criminals. Guests can explore the unique architecture and learn about the area's history making it a fascinating stop for history buffs and curious travelers alike.

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5.021 reviews
Sylvia P.
5/24/2025

It's lots of fun. You'll have lots and lots of fun. The people who are nice. Set volume at

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Isaac A.
1/20/2024

It was a quick stop with tons of info and only cost $5 to enter. I never realized how small those jail cells were and that you could jam up to six people inside. The lady at the front desk was...

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Samantha H.
7/12/2024

Wow, how cool is this museum??? Bob was phenomenal and I really enjoyed the stories and history behind the jailhouse. Highly recommend!!

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Lori L.
4/5/2024

It was fun!! The History is amazing!! Good times are great people!! You can definitely feel how creepy it is in each one of the cells!

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Sharon L.
11/5/2020

Cool little museum with lots to check out so it's definitely a must see place to visit when in town. The cells are fun to hang out in but it also lets you realize how tough things were in days...

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