The Preston School of Industry, also known as Preston Castle, was formerly one of the oldest and best-known reform schools in the United States. It is located in Ione, California, in Amador County.
The institution was opened in June 1894 when seven wards (minors under the guardianship of the state, but not necessarily juvenile offenders), were transferred there from San Quentin State Prison. The original building, known colloquially as "Preston Castle" (or simply "The Castle"), is the most significant example of Romanesque Revival architecture in the Mother Lode. It was vacated in 1960, shortly after new buildings had been constructed to replace it. The abandoned building has since been named a California Historical Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 1999, the institution's official name was changed to the "Preston Youth Correctional Facility".
Going back to visit the inside soon.They were closed for a Paranormal activity group when we stopped by yesterday. Oooooooo....spooky!
Another of your fabulous treatments!!! I look forward to having more time to just sit and read all you posted. By the time we feel days during your visit you'll understand how there's little extra time to spare! Personally... Wouldn't have it any other way!
June 16th, 2017
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