Firstival: 52 Weeks of Firsts Saturday, October 3, 2026 • 11:00 AM
Free
As part of a yearlong celebration of national firsts, join Eastern State for a full-day event exploring the history and legacy of America’s first penitentiary.
About Eastern State Penitentiary This site is a former American prison that served as a groundbreaking model for incarceration and prisoner rehabilitation. It remains a significant historical landmark within the Fairmount neighborhood, maintaining much of its original, haunting structural integrity.
2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130
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