"Light into the Dungeon:" A Jack O' Lantern Experience

Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine

Immerse yourself in the Halloween season, 75 feet underground and surrounded by Jack O' Lanterns.

Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine- Seasonal

Experience the Old New-Gate Prison &amp; Copper Mine like never before! In the late 18th century, people incarcerated at New-Gate Prison were housed in the abandoned copper mine in total darkness. Celebrate the Fall season with us as we bring “Light into the Dungeon.” Explore the 100-yard loop of the underground copper mine illuminated by a display of 400 professionally carved Jack O' Lanterns.Visit Details<ul><li>Advanced Tickets Required.</li><li>Tickets cost $20 for adults &amp; $10 for youth (17 and under).</li><li>Children being carried through the mine do not need a ticket (2 yrs. and younger)</li><li>Arrive ANYTIME during your timeslot to be admitted into the copper mine. 60 tickets are sold per timeslot and 15 people will be allowed down every 15 minutes- you can take as long as you like once you are down below.</li><li>Guides will be stationed throughout the mine, but the experience underground is primarily self-guided and can last as long or short as you prefer.</li><li>Tickets also include admission to the above-ground prison yard.</li><li>The prison yard includes ruins, cells, and special exhibits, which are also available for self-exploration.</li><li>Arrive before your time slot, or stay after to explore the prison yard.</li><li>Refunds must be requested via Eventbrite.</li><li>Please call 860-653-3563 or email morgan.bengel@ct.gov if you need to request a different time slot.</li><li>This event is Rain or Shine!</li></ul>Mine Conditions<ul><li>There are 33 steps down to the mining landing which is 35 feet below ground.</li><li>Visitors can explore the 100-yard loop of the mine.</li><li>The lowest tunnel is 4 feet high.</li><li>The mine is consistently 52 degrees, wet, and dimly lit.</li><li>We ask that visitors consider their medical history and physical limitations before descending to the mine.</li><li>Strollers, wheelchairs, walkers, and similar devices are not permitted.</li><li>Closed-toed shoes are required.</li></ul>