Huntsville (pop. 35,000) was once home of Sam Houston and is today home of Sam Houston State University. The town is one of the oldest in the state and still features a number of 19th century homes.
The Texas Prison Museum explores the history and changes of the prison system since 1848. On display are a number of prison related artifacts including an electric chair, and various means of restraints and weapons.
Hours:
10am-5pm; Sun:12pm-5pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Day after Christmas, St Stephen's Day, Boxing Day (December 26), New Year's Eve (December 31), Christmas Eve - Christian (December 24), Easter - Christian
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