Due to Richland County's current Health Advisory, masks are required to enter & tour The Ohio State Reformatory. 

     

    Now visit the Historic Ohio State Reformatory 

    From anywhere in the world

    Renowned not only for its educational value as an architectural wonder, a former prison, and museum, but for its contribution to pop culture, its paranormal experiences, and special events, The Ohio State Reformatory now offers stunning, 360-degree virtual tours.

    ANNOUNCING OHIO STATE REFORMATORY VIRTUAL TOURS


    Now, you can experience the glory and the splendor – the thrills and the chills -- from anywhere in the world! Get a 24-hour pass for just $5. Or secure exclusive year-round access as a supporting Member of the Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society.

    Virtual Tour Experience

    Find out what’s waiting for you…

    Enter Your Access Code

    Get Your Access Code

    Annual Membership Starting at $29Purchase a 24-hour Pass for $5

    Experience Real-Life Thrills on Your Virtual Tour

    • Learn our colorful history inside 2 complete museums
    • Get stunning views of the prison's amazing architecture
    • Explore the intact set of The Shawshank Redemption
    • Do time in tiny, former maximum-security prison cells
    • Wander the spooky & spectacular former residences
    • Sense the true  presence of the paranormal... and more

    Glide through empty offices, darkened hallways, storied bedrooms, sinister cell blocks, brutal basements, creepy attics, and historic movie and music-video locations -- all from the comfort (and safety) of home.

    Access Your Virtual Tour Now

    Virtual Tours: Two Ways to Wander:

    • Get a 24-hour pass OR unlimited yearly access via MRPS Membership
      • See historical artifacts, visit classic movie sets, 
tour haunted hallways, plus…

      • Get exclusive access to updated, evolving content: videos, insights, facts, and information during each tour experience

    Take Your Virtual Tour Now

    Virtual Tour Scavenger Hunt

    Follow clues to find hidden objects, answer OSR trivia, and earn a chance to win the Annual Giveaway, with prizes worth over 5K! To participate in the contest please download the official OSR Scavenger Hunt PDF (link below).

    Download Scavenger Hunt

    To enter, fill out the entry form of all 25 questions, and contact information. Incomplete or illegible forms will not be valid for entry. Entries are limited to one per activation code or membership code. Must be 18 and up to participate. All entries must be received by December 15th, 2021. Winners will be announced on December 31st, 2021. All correct forms will be placed in the prize drawing. All prize packages are non-negotiable.

    The Ohio State Reformatory
    100 Reformatory Rd, Mansfield, OH 44905
    Phone: (419) 522-2644 • Email: info@mrps.org

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    The Ohio State Reformatory is open 7 days a week* from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm! 

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    (*Closed on some holidays, including Easter, Memorial Day, and Labor Day- please see calendar for details!)