Hampton · Historic landmark

Franklin County Historic Jail

A preserved former county jail with barred windows and a rich local story.

Heritage destination · Hampton, Iowa

Plan your visit

Location18 East Central Avenue, Hampton, IA 50441

Plan your visitPrivately operated attraction; confirm tour offerings and access on the operator’s website.

Visitor & historical information ↗Explore Hampton →

Discover the history

The historic building near Hampton’s courthouse square once served as the county jail and sheriff’s residence. It is now promoted as a historical visitor experience.

This is distinct from the currently operating county jail and law-enforcement facilities.

More to see in Hampton

Discover other museums, historic sites and community resources nearby.

Franklin County Historical Museum →Reeve REA Power Plant Museum →Franklin County Courthouse →G.A.R. Soldiers’ Memorial Hall →Harriman–Nielsen Historic Farm →Leander Reeve Stone House →Historic Windsor Theatre →Hampton Double Square Historic District →Maysville Schoolhouse →Hampton Carnegie Public Library →All historic places →