Alcatraz East Crime Museum: General Admission
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Supplied by: Alcatraz East Crime Museum
Experience the Alcatraz East Crime Museum where you can explore American history from a different perspective. With five unique galleries, you will be immersed in the notorious history of American crime. The galleries cover 2 floors that burrow deep into criminal profiles, the penal system, victim’s stories, crime prevention, forensic science, law enforcement, and the justice system.
Highlights
- The museum features displays that may be too mature for young visitors, but it is not scary.
What's included
- Children 7 and under are free. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Additional Information
Alcatraz East operates from 10:00am to 9:00pm on Sunday to Thursday and from 10:00am to 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday.
GENERAL RULES: No flash photography, videography, gum, food, drinks are allowed. Smoking and illegal drug use of any kind is prohibited in or around the museum. Face masks (custom, ski, etc) are not allowed. Respect museum property. Disorderly contact may lead to an arrest. Museum is under surveillance and will prosecute all illegal activities. Covid-19 protocols are in place, these include social distancing, sanitation areas, mask use is encouraged but not required. Trained service animals are welcome to accompany guests who require their assistance due to a disability. All other pets or animals are not permitted in the museum.
Cancellation policy
To modify/cancel, notify us 24hrs before. Otherwise, a no-show or late cancellation will incur a charge on your credit card for the full reservation.
Know before you go
Limited parking in the front and rear of the buildings, with additional parking in the Island’s municipal lot. Please do not park in front or behind Stages West.
Overview
THE GALLERIES INCLUDE:
A NOTORIOUS HISTORY OF AMERICAN CRIME:
This gallery features the evolution of crime and criminals, from greed-driven pirates and gunslingers of the Old West, to today’s white-collar criminals, events such as 9/11, and our infamous getaway cars exhibit, including the Bronco from the O.J. Simpson chase.
PUNISHMENT: THE CONSEQUENCE OF CRIME:
From a police lineup, to mug shots, a lie detector test, and experiencing the cold iron bars and claustrophobia of a jail cell, the museum presents the severe consequences of crime.
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION:
Learn how to solve crime through the use of forensic science, such as ballistics, DNA and blood analysis, fingerprinting, and facial reconstruction.
CRIME FIGHTING:
From local police officers, to famous lawmen, such as Eliot Ness and Buford Pusser, and federal agencies like the FBI, the Crime Fighting gallery showcases the vast network of law enforcement agencies and departments dedicated to keeping our neighborhoods and country safe.
COUNTERFEIT CRIMES & POP CULTURE:
Have you ever bought a designer purse or watch on Canal Street in NYC? Camouflaged as a coveted brand, but at a price a bit too good to be true? Enter the world of counterfeit crimes. The illegal traffic and sale of counterfeit goods is a trillion-dollar industry that goes way beyond luxury goods, and includes medication and electronics that could affect you and your family’s healthy and safety. This gallery also features crimes related to entertainment figures and sports stars.