This 45-minute in-depth, guide-led tour explores Eastern State's complex history, its ongoing relevance to contemporary social issues, and sets the stage for conversation about justice and the role of prisons in society.
The Guide-Led Tour and Discussion is included with standard admission, subject to availability; however, the only way to guarantee your spot is to purchase date-specific Guide-Led Tour and Discussion tickets online in advance. Guide-Led Tours are currently available at 12:00 pm on weekdays and at 11:00 am every Saturday and Sunday. The tour begins promptly at the time listed on your ticket, so please plan accordingly.
ASL Guide-Led Tour and Discussion: Once a month, an Eastern State educator leads this tour in partnership with an ASL (American Sign Language) interpreter from Hands UP Productions. Upcoming dates include January 18 (Public Tour with Artist Talk), February 16, March 22 (Public Tour with Artist Talk), April 19, May 25, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 26, November 8, and December 27.
Public Tour with Artist Talk: This special iteration of our public tour includes an overview of the penitentiary’s history as well as the contemporary art installations throughout the site plus a Q&A with artist Mark Loughney (Pyrrhic Defeat). Upcoming dates include January 18 (ASL Interpreted), February 15, March 22 (ASL Interpreted), April 18, May 31, and June 11.
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Looking for a self-guided experience where you can explore specific interests at your own pace? Check out our audio tour.
Visiting Eastern State with 15 or more people? Or hoping for a more individualized experience? A private group tour might be the best choice for you. Click here to learn more about our group tours.
