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| The Old Vanderburgh County Jail, commonly referred to as "the Old Jail," was built in 1890 in ]. The Old Jail is listed on the ].{{New unreviewed article|date=May 2017}} | |||
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| == Architecture == | == Architecture == | ||
| The Old Jail is rich in exquisite examples of 19th century American Architecture. The building itself is designed to invoke fear in the observer. Its exterior consists of step-gables, projecting turrets, crenelated roof lines, simulated portcullis, and a central keep, or rounded tower. The entrance presents pointed arches to lengthen the appearance of this part of the building. All of these elements add to the castle-like appearance of the structure.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://historicevansville.com/site.php?id=oldjail|title=Historic Evansville - Old Jail and Sheriff's Residence|last=Engler|first=Joe|website=historicevansville.com|access-date=2017-05-11}}</ref> | The Old Jail is rich in exquisite examples of 19th century American Architecture. The stone building itself is designed to invoke fear in the observer. Its exterior consists of step-gables, projecting turrets, crenelated roof lines, simulated portcullis, and a central keep, or rounded tower. The entrance presents pointed arches to lengthen the appearance of this part of the building. All of these elements add to the castle-like appearance of the structure.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://historicevansville.com/site.php?id=oldjail|title=Historic Evansville - Old Jail and Sheriff's Residence|last=Engler|first=Joe|website=historicevansville.com|access-date=2017-05-11}}</ref> | ||
| The Old Jail is modeled after ]. It was designed by architect Henry Wolters, who was also the architect responsible for designing the ]. Both structures were built at the same time and still have an underground tunnel that connects them. The tunnel can still be accessed from Woods & Woods law office. | The Old Jail is modeled after ]. It was designed by architect Henry Wolters, who was also the architect responsible for designing the ]. Both structures were built at the same time and still have an underground tunnel that connects them. The tunnel can still be accessed from Woods & Woods law office. | ||
| == History == | == History == | ||
| The Old Vanderburgh County Jail was completed in 1890 and housed inmates until |
The Old Vanderburgh County Jail was completed in 1890 and housed inmates until 1967. It sat empty and dilapidated until renovations started in the 1990's. | ||
| ⚫ | The Old Jail was the site of a race-riot in 1903 after an African-American male shot a white police officer. The violence raged throughout the night and by morning on July 5, 1903, 12 people were dead. One of the deceased was a 12-year-old-girl who was accidentally shot in her baby carriage. 300 state militia members were sent to Evansville after the governor declared martial law.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.evansvilleliving.com/articles/race-riot-of-1903|title=Race Riot of 1903 {{!}} Evansville Living Magazine|website=www.evansvilleliving.com|access-date=2017-05-11}}</ref> | ||
| == Notable Inmates == | |||
| == Notable |
== Notable Inmates == | ||
| ] was a serial killer that terrorized ] from December 2, 1954 to March 28, 1955. His case went to the ] and set legal precedence for pre-trial publicity. | |||
| ⚫ | The Old Jail was the site of a race-riot in 1903 after an African-American male shot a white police officer. The violence raged throughout the night and by morning on July 5, 1903, 12 people were dead. One of the deceased was a 12-year-old-girl who was accidentally shot in her baby carriage. 300 state militia members were sent to Evansville after the governor declared martial law.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.evansvilleliving.com/articles/race-riot-of-1903|title=Race Riot of 1903 {{!}} Evansville Living Magazine|website=www.evansvilleliving.com|access-date=2017-05-11}}</ref> |
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| == Current Use == | == Current Use == | ||
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The Old Vanderburgh County Jail, commonly referred to as "the Old Jail," was built in 1890 in Evansville, Indiana. The Old Jail is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.Template:New unreviewed article
Architecture
The Old Jail is rich in exquisite examples of 19th century American Architecture. The stone building itself is designed to invoke fear in the observer. Its exterior consists of step-gables, projecting turrets, crenelated roof lines, simulated portcullis, and a central keep, or rounded tower. The entrance presents pointed arches to lengthen the appearance of this part of the building. All of these elements add to the castle-like appearance of the structure.
The Old Jail is modeled after Liechtenstein Castle. It was designed by architect Henry Wolters, who was also the architect responsible for designing the Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse. Both structures were built at the same time and still have an underground tunnel that connects them. The tunnel can still be accessed from Woods & Woods law office.
History
The Old Vanderburgh County Jail was completed in 1890 and housed inmates until 1967. It sat empty and dilapidated until renovations started in the 1990's.
The Old Jail was the site of a race-riot in 1903 after an African-American male shot a white police officer. The violence raged throughout the night and by morning on July 5, 1903, 12 people were dead. One of the deceased was a 12-year-old-girl who was accidentally shot in her baby carriage. 300 state militia members were sent to Evansville after the governor declared martial law.
Notable Inmates
Leslie Irving was a serial killer that terrorized southwestern Indiana from December 2, 1954 to March 28, 1955. His case went to the U.S. Supreme Court and set legal precedence for pre-trial publicity.
Current Use
Following several years of renovations in the late 1990's, the Old Jail was brought back to her former glory. The Old Jail is now the headquarters of Woods & Woods veterans disability benefits attorneys.
References
- Engler, Joe. "Historic Evansville - Old Jail and Sheriff's Residence". historicevansville.com. Retrieved 2017-05-11.
- "Race Riot of 1903 | Evansville Living Magazine". www.evansvilleliving.com. Retrieved 2017-05-11.
- "Woods & Woods Veterans Disability Benefits Attorneys".
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