Old Jail

Old Jail is a building in Dukes County, Massachusetts. Old Jail is situated nearby to the cemetery Old Hill Burying Ground, as well as near the park Clipper City Rail Trail.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Brown Square and First Religious Society Church and Parish Hall.

Brown Square

Park

The Brown Square House, now the Garrison Inn, is a historic pair of rowhouses at 11 Brown Square in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Built in 1809–10, they form the largest surviving brick building from the Federal period in the city.

First Religious Society Church and Parish Hall

Place of worship

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The First Religious Society Church and Parish Hall is a historic church building at 26 Pleasant Street in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Originally a Reformed congregation, the congregation is currently affiliated with the Unitarian Universalist denomination. First Religious Society Church and Parish Hall is situated 1,600 feet northeast of Old Jail.

United States Customhouse

Museum

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The former United States Customhouse is a historic building at 25 Water Street in Newburyport, Massachusetts. The Classical Revival-style building was constructed in 1834 and served a custom house until Newburyport declined in popularity as a major port. United States Customhouse is situated 2,600 feet northeast of Old Jail.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Newburyport and Salisbury.

Newburyport

Photo: Nutmegger, Public domain.

Newburyport is a lovely coastal town in Massachusetts at the mouth of the Merrimack River. It is a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful natural areas, water activities and fine dining.