California’s oldest prison, San Quentin, has operated since 1852. Photo courtesy CDCR
SAN QUENTIN STATE PRISON
Main Street, San Quentin, California
Operating since 1852, California’s oldest prison is still very much in business and not open to the public. However, there is a small museum and gift shop (both with limited hours), just outside the prison’s east gate.
More information: SAN QUENTIN STATE PRISON
Related: