Apr

24

What Was Solitary Confinement at Alcatraz? Solitary confinement at Alcatraz Island—known by inmates as “The Hole”—was the most feared punishment ...

Feb

19

Before it became America’s most famous prison, Alcatraz Island played a vital role in keeping ships safe. In fact, Alcatraz ...

Aug

15

Beyond the Bars: The Social Side of Alcatraz You Never Knew Existed When you think of Alcatraz, you probably imagine ...

Jul

08

Escaping Alcatraz: What Movies and Myths Get Wrong (and Right) Alcatraz isn’t just a prison—it’s a legend. Perched in the ...

May

21

What Really Changed Since the Prison Closed From housing America’s most feared criminals to welcoming millions of curious visitors, Alcatraz ...

May

15

For over a century, Alcatraz Island has fascinated the world with its blend of harsh reality and eerie legend. From ...

May

13

Alcatraz Night Tour: The Haunting Realities of “The Rock” When the sun sets over San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island transforms. ...

Nov

11

The Alcatraz Escape of 1962: A Mystery That Endures Alcatraz Island, known as “The Rock,” served as a maximum-security federal ...