The old Caroline County Jail in Bowling Green, Virginia. Photo from the National Register of Historic Places application

OLD CAROLINE COUNTY JAIL, BOWLING GREEN, VIRGINIA

119 N. Main Street, Bowling Green, Virginia

Built in 1900, the old Caroline County Jail served the community until 1968, when it became a museum. It has been recognized as a historic landmark by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

More information: Caroline Historical Society or 804-513-9069 

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