The Central Guard Room is located in the center of the Reformatory on the second floor and was integral to the prison's operation. Inmates would have entered through this room during the processing at the beginning of their sentence, and would also leave the Reformatory through this space. This space had several purposes throughout the prison's operation as well, including being used for visitation, and the control center for guards. After the Reformatory closed, the Shawshank Redemption used this space to film the cafeteria scenes for the movie. Today the space is used for various events held by the Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society.
« Back to BlogThe Ohio State Reformatory is open 11am-4pm, Monday-Friday and 10am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday,
We will be closed on May 29th for Memorial Day.
$25 per person for self-guided tours, $35 per person for guided tours.
$2 discount available for students, seniors, military, and first responders.
*Except major holidays, like Memorial Day, and some blackout dates. Please see calendar.