The Original Cell – Old Joliet Prison
As part of touring Old Joliet Prison, or as part of attending the Great Joliet Prison Break-In, you will get a chance to see one of the original cells of the Prison. The cell was able to be 4' x 7' x 7', and would be used to house two inmates.
Burnt District Artists – Progression of Sculpture Piece from Dave Wheeler
Dave Wheeler of Wheeler Custom Designs is working on a sculpture piece that will be displayed at the 2019 Great Joliet Prison Break-In.
The Ides of March Will Be Rocking Out at the 2019 Great Joliet Prison Break-In
Rock out with Chicago's very own Ides of March Band at this years Great Prison Break In. These eight talented individuals came together to create music for their fanatic audiences all over the United States and Canada since the 1960s. The original members consist of...
The Nikki Hill Band Will be a True Highlight of This Year’s Great Joliet Prison Break-In
Nikki Hill, a vocalist, lyricist, and bandleader from Durham, North Carolina known for her southern soul with a rock n' roll sound, stirred up a lot talk throughout her career. And, she will be the talk of the town after her performance at this year's Great Joliet Prison Break.
Time to “Break Back In” – The 2nd Great Joliet Prison Break In to Take Place on August 24, 2019
The prison fundraiser will feature iconic Chicago band The Ides of March, as well as Hot Mess, Great Moments in Vinyl, and The Nikki Hill Band. Tickets are currently on sale for $35 per person (plus fees).
2019 Community Volunteer Days
The prison fundraiser will feature iconic Chicago band The Ides of March, as well as Hot Mess, Great Moments in Vinyl, and The Nikki Hill Band. Tickets are currently on sale for $35 per person (plus fees).
Over 200 Volunteers Help Clean Up Prison During 2019 Trades Day
Help us further showcase the Old Joliet Prison to the world by volunteering for our Community Volunteer Cleanup Days - Saturdays from 8am - 12pm.
New Tours Available – Haunted History!
A combined effort from union workers, contractors, and community members resulted in around two hundred volunteers on site this morning for a total of roughly 600 volunteer hours.
Three Rivers Construction Alliance Comes Together to Install ADA Accessible Sidewalk
The Joliet Area Historical Museum and Old Joliet Prison are proud to announce their newest type of tour, Haunted History! The tour is a 90 minute walking tour of the Old Joliet Prison, covering the darker side of the historical site. You will hear more...
Old Joliet Prison Covered in Washington Post (and more)
The hard-working Union members of the Three Rivers Construction Alliance helped install a new sidewalk between the parking lot and East Sallyport at the prison.
