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From classroom-ready lesson plans to tours, workshops, and professional development opportunities, we offer content that accommodates a wide variety of learning styles and subject matter, featuring expertise from universities, school districts, and thought leaders across the country. Together, we can shape a transformative learning experience that connects past to present and encourages critical thinking about the pathways forward.
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Integrate justice education into your curriculum - these innovative tools help educators navigate the complexities of the justice system in a classroom setting.
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The Collaboratory for Justice Education, powered by the Eastern State Center for Justice Education, is a dynamic community of dedicated and enthusiastic people with a shared passion for justice education.
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With virtual, in-person, guide-led, and self-guided options, there’s something for everyone at Eastern State. Learn more and make your group reservation today.
Upcoming Justice Education Events
Scout Days
Saturday, November 14 - Thursday, December 31, 2026
Led by our engaging staff, all Scout Days participants will enjoy interactive discussions and activities. Members of Scouting America and Girl Scouts of the USA will also meet badge requirements.
In Person Scout Day
Saturday, November 14, 2026
All Day
Led by our engaging staff, all In-Person Scout Day participants will enjoy interactive discussions and activities. Members of Scouting America and Girl Scouts of the USA will also meet badge requirements.
Justice 101
Wednesday, December 09 - Friday, December 31, 2027
Join us as we dive into some of the most pressing issues in criminal justice today, through a historical lens and with a focus on civic education. Each program includes interactive online or in-person elements, expert voices, and opportunities for community dialogue. Powered by the Eastern State Center for Justice Education.
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Justice 101: Faith, Sanctuary, and Community
Wednesday, December 09, 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Free event. Advance registration required. In the spirit of Hanukkah, join us for an evening of conversation, music, and belonging, open to all. Together, we’ll celebrate the storied history and enduring spirit of the Jewish community at Eastern State Penitentiary, honor the spiritual bonds that help hold people who are incarcerated together across religious traditions, and reflect on the continued importance of faith in prisons today.
Remarks by Kerry Sautner, Ed.D (Eastern State) and Larry Reichlin. Followed by appearances from storytellers Kalief Ali and Nathan Edmondson, a blessing by Rabbi David Ackerman (Congregation Beth Am Israel), and a musical performance by singer/songwriter Avi Wisnia.
Justice 101: From Founding Ideals to the Prisoners’ Rights Revolution
Thursday, December 10, 2026
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us as we explore how the prisoners’ rights movement of the 1960s and 1970s challenged harsh prison conditions through landmark court cases, grassroots organizing, and events such as the Attica Prison Uprising. Together, we'll examine the lasting impact of these efforts and the ongoing tension between the treatment of incarcerated people and America’s founding ideals of liberty and human rights.
Speakers include Margo Schlanger, JD (Wade H. and Dores M. McCree Collegiate Professor of Law, University of Michigan).