Westcliffe Jail
Also known as Old Jail House
Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.
About Westcliffe Jail
Westcliffe Jail, at 116 Second St., was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Feb 3, 1993. The Register lists it for its politics and architecture, at the local level.
What it isHistoric building in Westcliffe, Colorado, United States. From Wikidata (CC0).
PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 36 MB · National Archives↗Make it a walk: 4 landmarks in about 10 minutes
116 Second St., Westcliffe · about 0.4 miles on foot, as the crow flies
Memories of Westcliffe Jail
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
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Questions about Westcliffe Jail
Is Westcliffe Jail on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Feb 3, 1993 (Register number 92001846).
Is Westcliffe Jail a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Colorado has 25 National Historic Landmarks.
Can you visit Westcliffe Jail?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Where can I read the history of Westcliffe Jail?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 36 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 84128790 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.