Chicago and Movies in Prison Walking Tour

1125 Collins Street,Joliet IL 60432

17 June, 2023

Description

Located about 30 miles outside Chicago, Old Joliet Prison has served for years as an Illinois state penitentiary and a movie set. Learn more about the prison's double histories on this two-hour (mostly) outdoor walking tour. On the 1.25-mile guided tour, wander through the former correctional center's barbed-wire gates and imposing 19th-century fortress-style walls. While inside, experience firsthand the prison's sally ports, cellblocks, chapel, cafeteria, yard, and solitary confinement. Finally, take a seat in the darkened gymnasium to hear about Hollywood's century-long relationship with Old Joliet Prison, including cinema's role in Illinois prison reform. Movies/TV HighlightedGhost Adventures (2019)Empire (2015-20)Public Enemies (2009)Let's Go to Prison (2006)Prison Break (2005-09)The Blues Brothers (1980)White Heat (1949)NOTE: This tour needs at least 10 guests to run. In the event we must cancel because of low ticket sales, we will notify you via email and then refund you in full.