Bristol Historical and Preservation Society Museum and Library

Originally built as county jail (1828) using stone ballast from Bristol sailing ships. Two-tier jail addition, built in 1859. Group walking tours by appointment. Library for historical and genealogical research, open by appointment. Museum collections span from Revoultionary War to present.

Services / Features / Restrictions: Admission Charged, Attraction, Museum, National Register, Bristol County

Handicap Service: Complete Wheel Chair Access