Alcatraz East

Alcatraz East Freeze! You have reached the Alcatraz East Crime Museum. You have the right to remain informed. Explore American history from a different perspective.
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Five unique galleries burrow deep into the studies of criminal intent, criminal profiles, the penal system, victims, crime prevention, forensic science, law enforcement and our justice system. The museum is 25,000 square feet spread over 2 floors and includes over 100 interactives. Alcatraz East opened December 16, 2016!

***Last ticket sold one hour before closing.***

Need a new summer read? Check out this month's pick, "Swamp Kings: The Story of the Murdaugh Family and a Century of Bac...
06/03/2026

Need a new summer read? Check out this month's pick, "Swamp Kings: The Story of the Murdaugh Family and a Century of Backwoods Power" by Jason Ryan.

Dive deeper into the shocking crimes surrounding Alex Murdaugh.

Not part of our book club yet? Join the discussion and connect with fellow true crime readers here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CMZjEU9ah/

Purchase your copy now: https://a.co/d/0h2L0bGr

Hey, Alcatraz East fans! Help us WIN! 🏆🔍 We’re honored to be nominated in this year’s Best of awards, and we need YOUR...
06/02/2026

Hey, Alcatraz East fans! Help us WIN! 🏆🔍 We’re honored to be nominated in this year’s Best of awards, and we need YOUR vote!

Help support your favorite crime museum by voting us for:
✶ BEST MUSEUM

VOTE HERE: www.pigeonforge.com/vote/

A new month calls for a new batch of questions! Do you know your musicals? 👀🎵 Answer this question for a chance to win...
06/02/2026

A new month calls for a new batch of questions! Do you know your musicals? 👀🎵 Answer this question for a chance to win:

Which musical, featuring political criminals across American History, won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical in 2004?

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Do you know? 🚨LIKE🚨COMMENT🚨SHARE🚨 and you could be this week's random WINNER!

*One winner will be selected and sent a DM from our verified page to claim their prize. We never ask for personal information or require winners to click external links. Please beware of potential scams.*

NEW EXHIBIT COMING SOON: “Inside the Murdaugh Murders: Reporting a Southern Scandal” opens this Friday, only at Alcatraz...
06/01/2026

NEW EXHIBIT COMING SOON: “Inside the Murdaugh Murders: Reporting a Southern Scandal” opens this Friday, only at Alcatraz East!

Plan your visit here: https://www.alcatrazeast.com/tickets/

We'd HOPE it's illegal to refuse someone a glass of water in the Arizona heat! ☀️💦
05/31/2026

We'd HOPE it's illegal to refuse someone a glass of water in the Arizona heat! ☀️💦

Zoinks! Something mysterious is going on in this lineup… 🔍📸:
05/30/2026

Zoinks! Something mysterious is going on in this lineup… 🔍

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The cops had to channel their inner for this chase 🚣
05/29/2026

The cops had to channel their inner for this chase 🚣

Exciting news! We've been having so much fun celebrating educators this past month that the warden has decided to EXTEND...
05/29/2026

Exciting news! We've been having so much fun celebrating educators this past month that the warden has decided to EXTEND our Teacher Appreciation Days through JUNE 14th, 2026!

🚨 Teachers & education support staff can explore the museum for FREE during this event. Up to 4 guests can also receive 50% off tickets. 🚨
Get your discount voucher here: https://www.alcatrazeast.com/teacher-appreciation/

*Printed voucher + valid school ID or paystub required at the door. Offer now valid through 6/14.

One visit to Alcatraz East is never enough! 😉Thanks for the wonderful review. We can't wait to welcome you back to our b...
05/27/2026

One visit to Alcatraz East is never enough! 😉

Thanks for the wonderful review. We can't wait to welcome you back to our big house, Reyna!

Attention college students! There’s still time to crack the case before summer semester starts! 🫆📖College Days run throu...
05/26/2026

Attention college students! There’s still time to crack the case before summer semester starts! 🫆📖

College Days run through May 31 at Alcatraz East—Snag $15 admission with a valid college ID before the case is closed!

Address

2757 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN
37863

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 10pm
Tuesday 10am - 10pm
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 10pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 10am - 10pm

Telephone

(865) 453-3278

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