The hotel, known as the County House, was used to provide hospitality to visitors who had jail or court related business.

In 1893, a brick section was added, doubling the number of cells from 16 to 32.

Management of the jail remained in the hands of the county administration until 1960, when it was transferred to the state government.

[4] The building is now operated as a museum by the Tolland Historical Society.

They are found telling tales to visitors about their days in the "Hollyhock Hotel", affectionately named for the flowers that once adorned the side of the jail.