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Norristown State Hospital in Norristown...

The Norristown State Hospital campus, which entered operations in 1880, feels like somewhere between a medical facility and a jail. A few buildings remain operational, yet many others stand in various states of decay. The grounds are open to the public during daylight hours. Located next to the Norristown Farm Park and connected by several paths, the State Hospital is a great place to walk or bike. Parking is available on the campus or at the adjacent park. Although the grounds are open to the p
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