Cambria County Old Stone Jail

The Old Stone Jail in Ebensburg is foreboding. The front section completed in 1872 is a stone Gothic Revival fortress with cell blocks at the rear and a central tower on the facade. This section is fondly referred to as the Castle. In 1910, a long brick cell block was added to the west and titled as the Annex. The addition's resemblance to a large, barred barracks only increases the dreary mood of the building.
[Source: Buildings of Pennsylvania]

Talk in the Yard

Volunteer Signup Sheet

Cleanup, repairs, and restoration efforts are under way at the Old Stone Jail. We are looking for volunteers from the community to help us with some of these efforts that are needed. Please help us by volunteering your time.

Restoration Project Hoodie

This cozy hooded sweatshirt features the Cambria County Old Stone Jail and is available for purchase in support of the Restoration Project. 100% of the proceeds will be used to preserve the history it holds and rebuild it with purpose for future generations. By purchasing, you help preserve a piece of local history that has stood since 1872, ensuring its stories live on for years to come.

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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

June 19 & 20, 2026
Located at The Cambria County Old Stone Jail, Ebensburg, PA. Hosted by The Doss House of Loretto, PA.

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Explore the Property

In order to visualize the full scope of the projects, the layout of the property and building should first be understood.

Online Commissary

Our Online Commissary is up and running! Check out the latest merchandise.

Events

Old Stone Jail Events, Community Events, and Attractions held at the Old Stone Jail.

Projects

The rebirth of this property involves three (3) projects; the Repairs Project, the Restoration Project, and the Modernization Project.

Operations

Envisioned Attractions, Businesses, and Events.

History of the Jail

A total of 11 men were executed by hanging in this early prison. One man, Michael Smith, known as "Old Smitty" to the guards, was scheduled to hang but vanished before his execution.

Paranormal

Paranormal Investigations are designed for experienced researchers. Explore the historic jail's corridors and rooms to uncover hidden secrets.

Gallery of Photos and Videos

Thanks to the many ongoing investigations and tours at the Old Stone Jail, our investigators and guests have provided us with an extensive collection of photos and videos.