Eastern State Penitentiary
📍 Eastern State Penitentiary
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Story
Once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, this Gothic fortress now stands in ruins. Visitors report shadow figures, cackling laughter, and ghostly faces appearing in cell doorways.
The prison pioneered the separate system of incarceration, keeping inmates in solitary confinement for years at a time.
📜 Historical Context
Opened in 1829 and operated until 1971. At its height, it held notorious criminals including Al Capone and Willie Sutton.
👁️ Reported Phenomena
Shadow figures, cackling laughter, ghostly faces in cells, mysterious footsteps, slamming cell doors
🌟 Famous For
Revolutionary wheel-shaped prison design and its famous inmates including Al Capone
Quick Info
📍 Location
2027 Fairmount Avenue
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19130
📅 Established
1829
😱 Scare Level
5 - Terrifying (Adults Only)
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Created: Oct 03, 2025
Last updated: Oct 03, 2025