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September 20, 2019 – November 9, 2019
Terror Behind the Walls
Select nights, Sept. 20 through Nov. 9.Ticket prices vary. Terror Behind the Walls, America’s largest haunted house, is called “perfect for Halloween” by The New York Times, named #1 in the nation by Forbes, and featured on NBC’s TODAY Show. Terror Behind the Walls takes place inside the massive, castle-like walls of Eastern State Penitentiary and is consistently ranked among the top haunted attractions in America.
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September 21, 2019, 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Members Photography Morning
Members only. Members have exclusive access to photograph parts of the penitentiary in the early morning light before the site opens to visitors at 10:00 am. Coffee and light breakfast fare will be served from 10:00 am to 10:30 am. Come capture some great shots. Then, plan to stay for September Member Saturday: Tips and Tricks for Penitentiary Photography.
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September 21, 2019, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Member Saturday: Tips and Tricks for Penitentiary Photography
Members only. Join us on the third Saturday of every month for a new members-only program. Experience Eastern State as only members can, through exclusive tours on the third Saturday of each month at 11:00 am. These unique, members-only events shed light on new historical findings, take you behind the scenes, and much more. Discover our collections, explore our site, illuminate history, and make unexpected connections. September Member Saturday: Tips and Tricks for Penitentiary Photography
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October 1, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Responding to Redemption: Reconsidering Life Without Parole Sentences in Pennsylvania with FAMM
Free. Reception to follow.
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October 5, 2019, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Coffee with a Cop
Free. Eastern State Penitentiary is proud to partner with the Philadelphia Police Department for Coffee with a Cop. Join officers from North Philadelphia’s 22nd District for an informal conversation—over coffee—about issues that matter to you.
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October 19, 2019, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Member Saturday: Beyond Small Talk: Navigating Conversations on Mass Incarceration and Criminal Justice Reform
Members only. Join us on the third Saturday of every month for a new members-only program. Experience Eastern State as only members can, through exclusive tours on the third Saturday of each month at 11:00 am. These unique, members-only events shed light on new historical findings, take you behind the scenes, and much more. Discover our collections, explore our site, illuminate history, and make unexpected connections.
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November 5, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Searchlight Series: November 2019
Free. Reception to follow. Speaker and topic to be announced.
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November 16, 2019, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Member Saturday: November 2019
Members only. Topic to be announced. Join us on the third Saturday of every month for a new members-only program. Experience Eastern State as only members can, through exclusive tours on the third Saturday of each month at 11:00 am. These unique, members-only events shed light on new historical findings, take you behind the scenes, and much more. Discover our collections, explore our site, illuminate history, and make unexpected connections. This event is free for all members.
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November 29, 2019 – December 22, 2019
Holiday Toy Drive
BOGO Admission for Anyone Who Donates. Donate a toy November 29 - December 22, 2019 in exchange for "Buy One, Get One Free" admission to ESP. One in 28 American kids has a parent behind bars. In Pennsylvania alone, there are approximately 81,096 children with a parent incarcerated in a PA state prison. How can we come together as a community to support families experiencing incarceration during the holidays?
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December 3, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Searchlight Series: December 2019
Free. Reception to follow. Speaker and topic to be announced.
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December 21, 2019, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Member Saturday: December 2019
Members only. Topic to be announced. Join us on the third Saturday of every month for a new members-only program. Experience Eastern State as only members can, through exclusive tours on the third Saturday of each month at 11:00 am. These unique, members-only events shed light on new historical findings, take you behind the scenes, and much more. Discover our collections, explore our site, illuminate history, and make unexpected connections. This event is free for all members.
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