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Eastern State Penitentiary Pass Program!

Thank you for your interest in the Eastern State Penitentiary Pass Program!  Below is important information regarding pass usage and benefits.

Pass Details:

• Pass Admits:  Daytime Admission for 6 Attendees.   Children under 7 are free.

• Usage: The pass can be booked for a duration of  4 days.   The library offers flexibility for additional days if necessary (within reason) 

• Return Policy: Passes must be returned to the library.   

• Fine Policy:  A late fee of $5 per day will be charged for each pass that is returned late.

How to Reserve a Pass:

• Reserving Passes: You can book your pass through the library website.  https://www.roxburylibrary.org/things  

• Availability: Passes are subject to availability.  

Important Details:

• Museum Information:   2028 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia   PA   (215) 236-3300

• Free for Kids:  Eastern State Challenge booklet that provides an engaging scavenger hunt throughout the prison museum complex.

• Validity: Patrons may use their pass only on the reserved dates.   

• Admission: The pass covers general admission only and may not include access to special events or exhibits that require additional fees.   Check the museum’s website www.easternstate.org for hours of operation and additional details.

About The Eastern State Penitentiary

Eastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cell blocks and empty guard towers. Known for its grand architecture and strict discipline, this was the world's first true "penitentiary," a prison designed to inspire penitence, or true regret, in the hearts of prisoners. Its vaulted, sky-lit cells held nearly 85,000 people over its long history, including bank robber "Slick Willie" Sutton and "Scarface" Al Capone.

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site interprets the legacy of American criminal justice reform, from the nation’s founding through to the present day, within the long-abandoned cell blocks of the nation’s most historic prison.  

Enjoy your visit!