44 Photos Of Philadelphia's Historic Eastern State Penitentiary
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44 Photos Of Philadelphia's Historic Eastern State Penitentiary
Apr 5, 2020
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Segregation at Eastern State Penitentiary remained official policy until 1961. While work assignments began to integrate that same year and cellblocks started desegregating in the mid-1960s, labor roles had long been assigned along racial lines. White incarcerated men were more often given jobs that offered better opportunities after release, while Black men worked disproportionately in food service. Explore the complex relationship between incarceration and the Civil Rights Movement in our Find
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Segregation at Eastern State Penitentiary remained official policy until 1961. While work assignments began to integrate that same year and cellblocks started desegregating in the mid-1960s, labor roles had long been assigned along racial lines. White incarcerated men were more often given jobs that offered better opportunities after release, while Black men worked disproportionately in food service. Explore the complex relationship between incarceration and the Civil Rights Movement in our Find
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While Eastern State Penitentiary was originally built for men, women were also incarcerated here until 1923. Today, the historical record reveals very little about the women who lived inside the prison. Aside from occasional mentions in the Warden’s Daily Journal or the Descriptive Registers, their experiences were rarely documented. Throughout March, explore Women and the Justice System at Eastern State through a Women’s History self-guided tour or public tour and learn more about the challenge
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While Eastern State Penitentiary was originally built for men, women were also incarcerated here until 1923. Today, the historical record reveals very little about the women who lived inside the prison. Aside from occasional mentions in the Warden’s Daily Journal or the Descriptive Registers, their experiences were rarely documented. Throughout March, explore Women and the Justice System at Eastern State through a Women’s History self-guided tour or public tour and learn more about the challenge
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Night Tours: Winter Holidays at Eastern State Penitentiary
Night Tours: Winter Holidays at Eastern State Penitentiary
Dec 11, 2021
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Eastern State Penitentiary
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Eastern State Penitentiary
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Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia isn’t just a prison — it’s a legend. 🕯️ Built in 1829, it held some of America’s most notorious criminals like bank robber Willie Sutton and even Al Capone, who swore he was haunted inside his cell. 👻 After it shut down in 1971, reports of footsteps, voices, and shadowy figures filled the halls… making it one of the most haunted places in the world. And the craziest part? You can actually visit it today. Tour it year-round as a historic site — or, if
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Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia isn’t just a prison — it’s a legend. 🕯️ Built in 1829, it held some of America’s most notorious criminals like bank robber Willie Sutton and even Al Capone, who swore he was haunted inside his cell. 👻 After it shut down in 1971, reports of footsteps, voices, and shadowy figures filled the halls… making it one of the most haunted places in the world. And the craziest part? You can actually visit it today. Tour it year-round as a historic site — or, if
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When Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site opened to the public in 1994, visitors were required to wear hard hats while exploring the fragile site. Walk in their footsteps this Memorial Day Weekend as you explore areas usually closed to the public, including Cellblock 14. Learn how this landmark has evolved from the world's first penitentiary to a cornerstone of criminal justice education. Learn more and get your tickets today: https://www.easternstate.org/visit/events/MDW2024 | Eastern State
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When Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site opened to the public in 1994, visitors were required to wear hard hats while exploring the fragile site. Walk in their footsteps this Memorial Day Weekend as you explore areas usually closed to the public, including Cellblock 14. Learn how this landmark has evolved from the world's first penitentiary to a cornerstone of criminal justice education. Learn more and get your tickets today: https://www.easternstate.org/visit/events/MDW2024 | Eastern State
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Eastern State Penitentiary: 30 Facts About Philadelphia’s Haunted Prison
Sep 7, 2018
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Take a summer twilight night tour only at the @easternstate Penitentiary. 👻 After touring the famously haunted prison, head over to the on-site beer garden for a refreshing cold brew 🍻 #mysecretphiladelphia 🎥: @tasteofphl #thingstodoinphilly #easternstatepenitentiary #phillysummer | Secret Philadelphia
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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site opens its gates this summer for Wednesday Nights! 🍻🌙 With a different theme each week, Wednesday Nights provide a fun and meaningful night out—combining history, culture, and entertainment in a one-of-a-kind setting. Enjoy immersive experiences, interactive events, and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to one of Philadelphia’s most unique landmarks. 🏛️ 🎧 Take a curated, self-guided audio tour by scanning QR codes throughout the historic site. 🖼️ Eng
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Halloween Nights Festival returns to Eastern State Penitentiary this fall
Sep 21, 2022
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Eastern State is more than a historic site. It’s an avenue to reimagine the criminal justice system by connecting our past to the present. Our physical location roots us in our history, allowing us serve as a nationally recognized voice in criminal justice education. We are reintroducing Eastern State to invite you to join us as we lead the way forward in deepening our understanding of the justice system to shape a more just future. | Eastern State Penitentiary
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Explore the Eastern State Penitentiary Audio Tour with Steve Buscemi
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Happy Rosh Hashanah! Built in 1924, the Alfred W. Fleisher Memorial Synagogue became the first synagogue inside a U.S. prison. Thanks to a 2000s restoration project, the synagogue is the only fully restored room at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site. 🕍 Now through October 13, explore Jewish history with a self-guided walking tour highlighting Jewish life inside Eastern State. ✡️ | Eastern State Penitentiary
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Halloween Nights kick off this Friday at Eastern State Penitentiary! 👻 But did you know the historic site is also open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM for daytime tours? 🏰 Explore our rich history during the day, then return after dark for a Halloween festival of epic proportions, featuring haunted attractions and special historic experiences—including a flashlight tour of the hospital block! 🔦 | Eastern State Penitentiary
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Ever wondered what’s behind the areas you can’t see on tour? 👀 Eastern State’s kitchen complex has a history we’re still discovering. Our preservation team has been surveying and collecting data on the area for study by Weitzman Preservation . We know little (for now!) about the storehouse in this complex, but we’re always uncovering new pieces of Eastern State’s history. Follow along as we learn more about America’s most historic prison. 🏰 | Eastern State Penitentiary
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Eastern State Penitentiary is more than just a Halloween destination–it’s a national historic site that preserves America’s most historic prison. Not only can you support their mission by attending Halloween Nights, but a visit to the museum in the daytime can deepen your understanding of the justice system and its impact today. | Eastern State Penitentiary
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Your 2026 resolution? See history up close! 🏛️ Step inside America’s first penitentiary at Eastern State and explore original cells, immersive exhibits, and powerful art installations that bring the past to life. What's on your list this year? | Eastern State Penitentiary
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To meet the moment of our nation’s 250th Anniversary, we’re creating a new Welcome Center; our first permanent, publicly accessible restrooms and an orientation hub designed for safety, comfort, and wayfinding. This capital investment will help more visitors fully engage in dialogue and learning, while connecting Eastern State to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Fairmount Park, and the wider city. But we need your help to make it a reality. 🔗 Learn more and make your gift today: https://easternst
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