Three historic properties in Fort Stockton were recently made available for tours during weekdays by way of the Pecos County Historical Commission.

Three weeks ago, the commission opened the Historic Pecos County Jail, Sibley-Rollins House, and the Hovey School to the public for free tours. The public may tour the sites in Fort Stockton from 1-5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Tours are available at any time, no need for an appointment.

Veronica Diaz, curator of the historic Pecos County Jail, said that the location is now fully available for a tour, not just the jail cells.

“There were tours given (previously) in the jail area upstairs in the cells but not through the house because it was a private residence,” she said. “Last time someone lived there was 2001. Bruce Wilson and his wife Martha last lived in it. I don’t know if it was for the entire tenure as sheriff, but I do know that he was the last sheriff to live onsite.”

The native of Fort Stockton added that her passion for the community’s history led her take on the role for the historic jail.

“I was born and raised here, and I’m fascinated with the town’s history and the importance of the historical building that we do have in town,” she said.