Preston Castle Historic Site

Information about Preston Castle in Ione, Amador County, Northern California Gold Country.

About Preston Castle
1890 building that was formerly one of the oldest reform schools in the United States. First opened in 1894 when several youths under the guardianship of the state were transferred from San Quentin State Prison. The new facility was known as the Preston Youth Correctional Facility. The facility officially closed on June 2, 2011, and today the facility is open for public tours. Designated United States National Historic Place #75000422 on July 30, 1975. Also designated California State Historical Landmark #867. Located at 900 Palm Drive in Ione.

RESOURCES
- Historic Tours of Preston Castle
- Preston Castle Foundation
- Wikipedia "Preston School of Industry" Article

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