Old Jail Museum
HAUNTED FM · LOCATION FILE 107
Jim Thorpe · Pennsylvania · Prisons & hospitals
Original Haunted FM atmospheric illustration. This artwork does not depict this location.
Reported haunting · Check access
A historic jail included in Pennsylvania's haunted-place guide.
The story behind the stop
The jail is associated with the imprisonment and execution of accused Molly Maguires in the 1870s. Its best-known legend concerns a persistent handprint attributed to Alexander Campbell in Cell 17. Pennsylvania Tourism recounts the mark as a reported phenomenon.
The accounts associated with this location are reports and folklore, not proof of paranormal activity. Read the source account ↗
Plan your visit
Check the source and the venue’s current visitor information before setting out. This label does not guarantee that interiors, tours, or grounds are open. Confirm hours, admission, accessibility, and any reservation requirements.
Use authorized tours and approved routes. These institutions hold histories of real people; avoid treating suffering as a prop or entering restricted areas.
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Prepared October 2, 2026. Opening hours, prices, access, and tour availability are not monitored in real time.
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