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On
August 1, 1975, the Vermont State Prison building in Windsor ceased
to be a prison. Prior to closing, it was the oldest prison still
in use as a prison in the United States.
In
1808, Windsor won a bidding war to become the home of the state
prison. A stone building with 35 cells and a separate brick house
for the guards were constructed.
The
building being retired on this day replaced the original stone building
in 1830. This larger brick building contained 170 cells and was
enlarged repeatedly through the years.
Once
closed, the building was refurbished and then reopened, this time
as an assisted living home.
The
Vermont Book Of Days photo.
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