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Eastern State

Eastern State preserves America’s first penitentiary, advancing public understanding of the criminal justice system and its impact on the lives of those affected by it, to inspire a more just future.

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Justice 101: Women Behind Bars: Why Is Incarceration of Women on the Rise? (March 2024)
The Eighth Amendment: Cruel & Unusual Punishment (September 2023)
Judaism at Eastern State Penitentiary
The Engineering Achievements of Stephen De Ayala
Unlocking History: Sports at Eastern State Penitentiary
See, Think, Wonder: Image Analysis Guide
Girls in Detention Centers
Far From Home: Locations and Logistics of Women Facing Incarceration
Defining Justice
Intro Activities for Discussions on Incarceration
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Eastern State

Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130

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