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Old Beaver Island jail moved beside the museum (1960)

Also 1960 Beaver Island jail relocation

Draft — sources verified, prose evolving

TypeEvent
WithinBeaver Island
ErasModern era

Summary

The old Beaver Island jail was moved next to the Museum in July 1960, where it continued to serve as a curiosity for visitors.

Evidence and limits

The notice does not document the jail’s construction, original location, legal ownership, or later preservation history.

Open questions

  • Which museum, parcel, or preservation records identify the jail and its move?

See also

Sources

  1. Beaver Beacon, July 1960, museum and jail notice.
    Reports that the old Beaver Island jail, long a curiosity to visitors, was moved to a new location next to the Museum. It does not identify the original site, mover, construction date, or current structure condition.