Alcatraz East is a crime museum featuring an in depth look at American Crime History which includes artifacts from Alcatraz, but this is not a Museum …
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Dec 25, 2024
I was impressed with what this attraction had to offer. It was not just simply about Alcatraz otherwise it would have been short, boring and unrelatable. Unlike some attractions you are able to take … Full review by Titus P
Dec 7, 2024
This place was fantastic! Hubby and I spent over four hours here. It's that big and that interesting. Plenty of interactive exhibits (I learned how to tie a bowline!). There were many fascinatin… Full review by Jeanine Y
Sep 30, 2024
I'm a retired Federal Agent and learning the history of some of our country's most infamous criminals and investigations was amazing. I loved seeing the 1920-1940 gangster era, along with some of the… Full review by Gary A
I visited The Crime and Punishment Museum in Washington D.C. years ago and many of these artifacts are exactly the same! Did the one in D.C. go under and sell their stock to this museum?
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I too visited the museum when it was in DC, maybe 20 years ago(?). There must be some carry over artifacts, but the new museum is a fair amount larger, laid out differently and …
I too visited the museum when it was in DC, maybe 20 years ago(?). There must be some carry over artifacts, but the new museum is a fair amount larger, laid out differently and has extensive material to read for more detailed info. New one also has interactive displays that I don't remember being in the one in DC. Always fascinating to learn about cooks! SJD
Do you have discounts for teachers from other states? Alabama to be specific.
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I agree call the place and ask I know allot of places have a day in August that give discounts for TN residents that donate school supplies. I am unsure about other discounts.
I used the elevator to get to each floor. If you go when the museum isn't that crowded it shouldn't be a problem. During peak tourist season you might have a problem getting up …
I used the elevator to get to each floor. If you go when the museum isn't that crowded it shouldn't be a problem. During peak tourist season you might have a problem getting up close to some exhibits. Enjoy.
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