Rotary Museum of Police and Corrections facts for kids
| Established | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Location | Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada |
| Type | Police Museum |
The Rotary Museum of Police and Corrections is a cool museum located in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada. It teaches visitors all about the history of police work and corrections in the area.
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Discover Police History
This museum shows how police and law enforcement worked long ago in Prince Albert and Saskatchewan. It is found inside the very first guardroom of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Prince Albert. This building was built around 1888. It opened as a museum in 1985. Inside, it was changed to include real prison bars from the old Prince Albert police station. The Prince Albert Historical Society helps run the museum.
What You Can See
The museum has many interesting items from different police groups. These include things from the RCMP, the Prince Albert City Police, and other provincial correction places. You can also see items from the Saskatchewan Federal Penitentiary and the Saskatchewan Provincial Police.
Police Uniforms and Tools
You can see old uniforms worn by the RCMP and the Prince Albert City Police. There is also a special old gun called a Thompson submachine gun, or "Tommy Gun." The Saskatchewan Provincial Police used this type of weapon long ago.
Other Unique Items
The museum also displays items made by people who were in prison. These include things like masks and a device used to make alcohol. You can also learn about different ways discipline was used at the Federal Penitentiary in the past.
Museum Connections
The museum works with several important groups. These include the CMA, the CHIN, and the Virtual Museum of Canada.
See Also
- Saskatoon Police Service
- RCMP Heritage Centre, Regina, Saskatchewan
- Vancouver Police Centennial Museum
- Winnipeg Police Museum
