Like most buildings of its kind, the Old Stone Jail in Ebensburg is foreboding. The section completed in 1872 is a boxy stone Gothic Revival fortress
with cell blocks at the rear and a central tower on the facade. Edward Haviland, son of famous prison architect John Haviland, designed it with massing
similar to that of his Blair County Prison, but with more powerful rectilinear projections on the facade. In 1910, a long brick cell block was added to
the west. The addition's resemblance to a large, barred barracks only increases the dreary mood of the building.
[Source: Buildings of Pennsylvania]
News
Upcoming Events
New Events Coming...
Events and Attractions are continuously being planned for the winter, spring, summer, and fall seasons.
Check out the Events
page for the upcoming schedule.
Creep It Real Festival 2026
( June 19 & 20, 2026 )
Located at The Cambria County Old Stone Jail, Ebensburg, PA. Hosted by The Doss House of Loretto, PA.
Stay posted for updates over the coming months.
Vendors, secure your spaces now. Contact the Doss House: Vendors, Creep It Real 2026Talk in the Yard
New Gift Shop (Commissary) Nearing Completion
Our new commissary is still undergoing renovations. In addition to clothing items, the commissary will contain many items relating to the history
of this building. We will be posting our progress here. Also look for the new online Old Stone Jail Commissary, coming in January!
All profits from sales in the Commissary goes directly to the Old Stone Jail Restoration Project.
All profits from sales in the Commissary goes directly to the Old Stone Jail Restoration Project.
Introduction of Prison Guard Tours...
Prepare for a journey behind the scenes with our soon-to-launch Prison Guard Tours. A rare chance to walk in the footsteps of those
who once safeguarded these imposing walls. Discover the daily challenges, secret anecdotes, and remarkable duties that defined the
lives of the prison guards. These tours blend drama, history, and untold stories, inviting you to experience the jail from a bold new
perspective. Stay tuned for details, as this extraordinary program is set to begin in the near future.
Photos and Videos
The Hat Man Captured!
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