Weekday & Saturday Tours

Weekday & Saturday self-guided tours have concluded for the season and will resume in May 2012.

Concluded for the season.....Weekday & Saturday Self-guided tours are offered Monday - Saturday from 11am to 4pm. Tours are $9.00 for Adults, $7.00 for ages 7 -17, Military and Seniors.  There is an additional fee of $5 if you choose to use an Audio Tour Guide.  During your self-guided tour, you will see the majority of the building with the exception of the Guard Towers.  To tour the West Guard tower and for our other guided tours, please visit us on Sunday....Concluded for the season.

We ask that parties of 20 or more email Mary at mary@mrps.org in at least two weeks in advance to schedule a group tour.   No group tours may be scheduled between September 15 and November 10.

• The image of the Historic Ohio State Reformatory is copyrighted. Any photography or video images captured during your visit are for PERSONAL USE ONLY! Any use of this footage without written permission from the Director's office will result in legal action.
• Personal cameras are permitted on tours however, tripods and professional camera equipment are not permitted on self-guided tours.  Photo tours are available by appointment only.  Please email Mary at mary@mrps.org to schedule.
• Camera use of any sort involving the north side of the building, specifically photos or video images of the working facility directly behind the Historic Ohio State Reformatory WILL NOT be tolerated. Failure to comply with the above terms can result in legal action and the confiscation of any and all equipment which may be suspect. Any parties in violation of this rule will be escorted off of the grounds immediately.
• This building contains hazards, including steep steps, uneven surfaces, and lead-based paint; therefore, the following rules are recommended for your protection:
• Children less than seven are discouraged from attending the tour due to environmental concerns
• Pregnant women should use extra caution inside building.
• No consumption of food or drink inside the building.
• Hands should be washed upon exit from the building.
• Proper foot wear is necessary for arduous stair climbing.
• Those persons entering the building, for themselves and their accompanied minor children, agree to hold harmless and indemnify the Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society, Inc., its Officers, Trustees, and Agents from and against all liability claims whatsoever in any way related to the building, and whether arising as a result of negligence or otherwise.

While you're here...

All guests are invited to visit our gift shop and also our museum where they can view a replica of the Electric Chair. Hungry? Stop by our Cell Block Cafe for lunch!