old jail museum

And she was awesome! Bree was an amazing tour guide and she knew the tour because she had watched her grandmother give the tour so many times. We had a blast with Bree as she told us stories of the jail and her own family's history with the jail as her Great Grandfather was sheriff at one time. We did not expect a tour when we went in, but it was a great surprise. Ask for Bree if you get the chance to tour the Jail.

Awsome museum. Very interesting stories told by host about what went on thru out the jails existance.

I stopped in Gonzales, TX. and always my first contact is the Visitor Center(in this case the Chamber of Commerce). Erika welcomed me to the city. Asked if I wanted a tour, which, of course, always is a "must do". Leon Netardus, resident of the city for many years, became my tour guide. I was the only one there at the time - so had exclusive tour. He was awesome driving around the town and pointing out historic homes, museums, etc. He knew facts that only a true town resident could relay. He also won a vote of excellence when he showed me the high school he graduated from; and said he never mentioned the year he graduated because most people will say they weren't even born yet. I said "I bet I won't". He said he wouldn't have guessed me to be as old as I am. Of course, he won my sincere thanks. In December they host a tour of homes; and I'm seriously going to attend.

We were the only visitors on a cold afternoon. You really got a sense of what the jail would have been like. Not a place a prisoner would relish. The lady guide was superb, showed us round and really gave us a feel of the place. The visit was a highlight of our trip, recommended by the St Paul Pizzeria in Gonzales and we are so glad that they did. Highly recommended.

Interesting place. Lots of history. Also offices the chamber of commerce/tourism office. creepy and fun!!!

The jail felt like it was straight from a horror movie, but a historical one. Downstairs you will find a holding cell for the mentally unstable, the jailers quarters, and the local chamber of commerce! Upstairs is where the creepy cells are. Definitely take pictures! The writing on the walls, open cells, rusted doors, and narrow paths make for incredible pictures.

Chamber of Commerce is located on the first floor but if possible take the tour of the upper floors. Quite spooky and old,old building built to hold up to 200 prisoners from the entire county but mostly held the town drunks and ne'er do wells. John Wesley Hardin, a well known roustabout and very unpopular man, was hung here. Approximately 4,000 people came to watch the event(not much entertainment those days) . The tour guides were very well informed because they were related to one of the sheriffs and actually lived in the jail. The lovely old courthouse backs up to the back of the jail. Don't miss this spot, its great fun.

We went after hours, so we didn't get to your the jail. However, we did walk around the square and the history and architecture were very interesting. We are planning a return trip.

This is an interesting place to visit in historic Gonzales, Tx. The history is fascinating and it is next to the beautiful courthouse whose architect was the same for the courthouse in San Antonio.You can also get information about other places to visit in Gonzales since this is where the chamber of commerce is.

The jail is worth seeing, plus it houses the Chamber of Commerce. We were completely unimpressed with the person who was working in the chamber the day we visited. These people MUST know their history...at least well enough to give directions to the museums.HOWEVER, what was impressive was the fact that by the time I was out of our vehicle (at the old jail), we were met by a man who was shaking our hands, introducing himself, and offering to give us a free driving tour. We spent a delightful hour with him and when we tried to pay at the end of the tour, he completely refused our money.We had a great time and learned a lot. The museum that houses the Come and Take it Cannon in case the Chamber cannot tell you is the Gonzales Memorial Museum.

This was a highlight of our day spent touring some of the towns outside of San Antonio. We walked into the old county jailhouse and were fortunate enough to be greeted by the woman (Sandra) whose father was the sheriff there during the 1950s. She gave us a wonderful tour of the jailhouse and shared such interesting stories of what it was like there during that time. We thought it was a fantastic way to learn about Gonzales' history and highly recommend going there.

My husband and I toured the old jail house museum in Gonzales. The self tour took about 15 minutes. It was very interesting and it was free. There is a donation box near the door. It is certainly worth a look if you are touring downtown Gonzales. It is located on St Lawrence St just 3 blocks off of US 183 and next to the courthouse.

The jail and its history was great. The ladies offering the tour are friendly and full of information.

We stopped by Gonzales on our way to Victoria and a lovely lady gave us a tour of the sheriff office and the jail,very interesting small but you could get a very good idea of the life in a county jail in the past, worth the stop !

We had a day trip to Gonzales and my wife and I agreed we would be back for more.We started our day with a tour of the Old Jail Museum. We were fortunate to have been met at the door by the daughter of the former sheriff, who had tales of her life living in the jail with her family. To see the building and cells is a good reminder if how life used to be. On the second floor stand the gallows from a time when counties performed hangings. The history of Gonzales goes beyond the "Come And Take It" flag and the museum speaks to a different age. Following the tour, quite often you may arrange for a private driving tour of historic homes in Gonzales from a civic volunteer. That is a great way to learn more about the rich history the city has to offer.And when you leave, be sure to check out the Texas weather vane on the fire station across the street.