We Need Your News!

EditorDo you have Route 66 news to share? 
Would you like your event listed on our calendar?

Submit it here!!

Website Tips

Click on the What's New link in the Discover Menu to see all of the new content posted here.  If you register an account and log in, it will even keep track of what you have read.  Try it!

Stay In The Loop

Stay up to date with Route 66 Association happenings with regular updates by President Catherine Stevanovich

Read The President's View

The Macoupin County Jail of 1869

Submitted by The Editor on May 14, 2008 - 7:58pm.

Location(s)

The Macoupin County Jail of 1869
205 E. Main St.
Carlinville, IL, 62626
See map: Google Maps

This jail is a perfect example of  "Gothic Revival" architecture and workmanship. Built using the "cannon ball" method of construction which consists of cementing cannot balls within the stone walls to help prevent jail breaks.

Planning a Road Trip?

Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & MuseumBe sure to visit the fantastic Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame & Museum

Learn More!