The Pottawattamie County Jail in Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States was built in 1885 and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. The building is a Squirrel Cage Jail, also known as a Rotary Jail.
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August 31, 2019
This place is very unassuming and super cool! Lots on interesting history and the space has been kept close to its original state. Our children loved our visit. Would recommend to anyone wanting to see something unique to Council Bluffs/Iowa.
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June 15, 2022
Tried to stop and see the Jail but it is now only open Thursday through Sunday.
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The Historic Squirrel Cage Jail, former Pottawattamie County Jail
226 pearl st.
Council Bluffs,
Iowa
USA
Hours
Closed Now
- Sun: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- Thu - Sat: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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