The Watch House, built in 1843, is a historic gaol located at 84-86 Macquarie Street in George Town, Tasmania. It features a model village depicting early nineteenth-century life, an acclaimed 'Departures and Arrivals' display on the Female Factories and convict experience, and a primitive cell illustrating the conditions of prisoners awaiting trial. The Community History Room offers a wealth of local information for historians and those researching their ancestry. The Watch House also houses changing displays featuring the best in Tasmanian arts and crafts. Whether you are a local, former resident, or a first-time visitor to George Town, you are sure to find something of interest at The Watch House.
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