Huntsville, Tennessee: Historic Scott County Jail
Built in 1904, this three-floor jail housed "some of the worst inmates in Scott County history," according to its promotional literature.
- Address:
- 214 Litton Covered Bridge Rd, Huntsville, TN
- Directions:
- I-75 exit 141. Drive west on TN-63 for 17 miles. Turn left at the brick church (no stoplight) onto Church St. Drive a half-mile to the jail, on the left.
- Hours:
- Su-M Th-Sa 11-4 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 423-663-5353
- Admission:
- Adults $10, tour $20
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Built in 1904, this three-floor jail is on the National Register of Historic Places. It's the oldest building in Scott County, Tennessee. There are self-guided tours, flashlight tours, and guided ghost hunts. The jail also hosts private paranormal investigations and has an escape room.
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According to its promotional text, the jail housed "some of the worst inmates in Scott County history."