This is the next, new, upcoming project for the Jackson County Master Gardeners. This is the old Jackson County Jail. It was used with regularity until the 1970's, with the Jailer and his wife living downstairs, and the jail being upstairs. There are still clothes lines in the back of this building.
It was the custom in many small jails in those days, that the Jailer would lock up the building and go home for the evening, just as Andy did in Mayberry. One night there was a terrible fire in a jail in a Texas town, and the prisoners were killed. After that, the Federal government set down new guidelines that said what could and could not be done to/for prisoners held in custody. Now, prisoners have to have a jailer present.
I think it is interesting that we still used this jail so recently.
Anyway, it is a nice building, I love the style. We were given the chance to use this building as Master Gardener Headquarters, and in return, we will build an Educational Garden to make Jackson County proud. I know we can do it.
Let the work begin.
4 comments:
What a gorgeous building, I can't wait to see your group turn the landscape into a work of art.
That is a very interesting post. I love the story behind the picture. I have no doubt that you will be able to do a garden that will make everyone proud!!
Can't wait to see what you create around that historic building. Should be interesting!
After seeing all the work and effort put into your last MG project, I have no doubt that this project will also turn out beautifully. Enjoy!
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