Frio Pioneer Jail Museum

Frio Pioneer Jail Museum Pioneer Day — March 21, 2026

In 1884, the county built a jail that remained in use until the 1960s. Built in 1884 for $11,000. Style typical of era.

The historic two-story rock building now houses the Frio Pioneer Jail Museum. In 1884, the county built a jail that remained in use until the 1960s. Downstairs, the five room sheriff’s residence contains artifacts and historic photos. Some relics, such as a 1910 opera house playbill and a 1914 dance card, recall social occasions. Other artifacts, including a “pear burner” used during drought to si

nge needles off prickly pear cacti, symbolize tough times. Upstairs are four jail cells for men and two for women, one of which stored illegal liquor during Prohibition. The museum hosts an annual Pioneer Day at the old jail and the relocated Frio Town school. The Frio County Jail Museum if the oldest building in Pearsall Texas. Used as jail and jailer's residence until 1967. Second story and part of the first housed jail. Two separate cells were added in 1885 for female or juvenile prisoners or for the insane. For years a well on the premises supplied water. During prohibition in early 20th century, confiscated bootleg liquor was stored by law officers in one of cells. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark -1970

03/24/2026
Good morning Frio County — it’s Pioneer Day! The opening ceremonies begin at 9:00 AM. We hope to see you out at the Frio...
03/21/2026

Good morning Frio County — it’s Pioneer Day!

The opening ceremonies begin at 9:00 AM. We hope to see you out at the Frio Pioneer Jail Museum today!

Take a look at the full schedule and start planning your day — from the Opening Ceremony to the Colonel Travis Letter Dedication at the courthouse, live entertainment, and the Jack Reed Memorial Auction, it’s going to be a full day of history, fun, and community.

📍 March 21 | 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 Frio Pioneer Jail Museum

Tag who you’re bringing with you in the comments!

The Ole West Gunslingers will be bringing the action to Pioneer Day with three unique shows this Saturday in the courtya...
03/20/2026

The Ole West Gunslingers will be bringing the action to Pioneer Day with three unique shows this Saturday in the courtyard behind the museum — 10:30 • 12:30 • 2:30

We’re incredibly grateful to South Texas Meat Supply for donating a Wagyu BBQ Pack (valued at $250+) to the Jack Reed Me...
03/20/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to South Texas Meat Supply for donating a Wagyu BBQ Pack (valued at $250+) to the Jack Reed Memorial Auction!

This premium bundle is built to feed a crowd — and we reckon it’s going to be one of the hottest auction items of the day.

But that’s not all…

For ONE DAY ONLY at Pioneer Day (March 21), South Texas Meat Supply is bringing Wagyu Beef Specials at 50% OFF or MORE off their normal prices.

We’re talking:
🥩 Ribeye
🥩 New York Strip
🥩 Picanha
🥩 Brisket
🌭 Sausage
🍔 Ground Beef
& more!

📻 Prices we doubt you’ll see again after Pioneer Day.

🦌 You can find South Texas Meat Supply products at Los Cazadores 7 days a week at their standard pricing — but this Pioneer Day deal is a rare chance to stock up BIG at a serious discount.

Come hungry, come early, and come ready — because these deals (and that $250+ bundle!) won’t last long.

📍 Pioneer Day — March 21
🕘 Festivities start at 9 AM
🕒 Auction kicks off at 3 PM

Tag your BBQ crew 🔥👇
This is one you don’t want to miss.

Take a look at the full schedule and start planning your day — from the Opening Ceremony to the Colonel Travis Letter De...
03/20/2026

Take a look at the full schedule and start planning your day — from the Opening Ceremony to the Colonel Travis Letter Dedication at the courthouse, live entertainment, and the Jack Reed Memorial Auction, it’s going to be a full day of history, fun, and community.

📍 March 21 | 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 Frio Pioneer Jail Museum

Tag who you’re bringing with you in the comments!

We’re all set for Pioneer Day! 🤠The museum is looking absolutely beautiful thanks to the efforts of our incredible museu...
03/19/2026

We’re all set for Pioneer Day! 🤠

The museum is looking absolutely beautiful thanks to the efforts of our incredible museum volunteers, the City of Pearsall, and the fine folks at Kinsman Farms. It truly was a labor of love, and it shows in every detail.

We can’t wait to welcome everyone out to celebrate our history together this Saturday, beginning at 9 AM.

Tag your friends and family and tell them to meet you there!

This beautiful framed watercolor print of the Dilley train depot isn’t just artwork — it’s a piece of South Texas histor...
03/19/2026

This beautiful framed watercolor print of the Dilley train depot isn’t just artwork — it’s a piece of South Texas history, and it will be available at the Jack Reed Memorial Auction.

Painted by Sid Williams III, a former Frio County Judge and talented artist, his work captured the places and moments that shaped our communities.

Generously donated by Kristi and Stephen Williams, this is a chance to take home something truly meaningful — a true local masterpiece!

Every bid helps support the Frio Pioneer Jail Museum

Pioneer Day — March 21 — Auction at 3 PM

Brand new. Fully assembled. Ready to cook.This 36” Blackstone Griddle is hitting the auction block at Pioneer Day — no s...
03/19/2026

Brand new. Fully assembled. Ready to cook.

This 36” Blackstone Griddle is hitting the auction block at Pioneer Day — no setup, no hassle… just fire it up and start cooking 🍳🔥

👉 Bid big for a great item and a great cause — all proceeds support the Frio Pioneer Jail Museum

📍 March 21 | 🕒 3 PM

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501 S. Pecan Street
Pearsall, TX
78061

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+18303344181

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