The Correctional Services Museum portrays the history of the Department of Correctional Services. The museum building was originally the house for the Manager of Prison Services in the early 1900s. Later on it was used as offices, then as the pub for all the members. In 1992 the museum was officially opened by the then Minister of Correctional Services, Mr. A Vlok.
Interesting historical articles show the development of the penal system in South Africa from the most barbaric methods to the modern penological system of today.
The pursuit of hobbies by prisoners is portrayed by matchstick work, art objects, wood and stone carvings.
Objects illegally made by prisoners and which are consequently confiscated, are displayed. These are objects such as dagga pipes, forged keys and money, tattooing machines, and stabbing and cutting weapons.
