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Membership

Revisit the past. Rethink the future.

It takes a dedicated community to move critical conversations about the criminal justice system forward. Eastern State members make this and everything we do possible. In appreciation for their support, members also receive special benefits.

Three visitors stand in a cellblock at Eastern State Penitentiary with peeling paint and exposed brick walls

Become a Member

Add your voice to the conversation. Become an Eastern State member today! In addition to our sincerest gratitude, members receive benefits like free daytime historic site admission, 10% off in our museum store, exclusive discounts on select special events, and more.

Visitors in a cell at Eastern State Penitentiary view Jesse Krime’s Apokaluptein exhibit with walls and ceiling covered in photo collages

Current Members

Thank you for being part of our member community! Not sure how to renew your membership? Need help accessing your benefits? Have other questions? Check out this quick reference guide before reaching out to our membership department.

Tour guide shakes hands with a visitor at Eastern State Penitentiary near a display about The Hole, with a metal gate in the background

Library Membership

Eastern State offers an organizational membership for libraries that would like to allow their patrons to “check-out” a visit to our historic site. These passes are $199 and are valid for one year after date of purchase.

Still have questions?

We want to hear from you! Please don’t hesitate to contact Jim Foley, Coordinator of Group and Member Sales, and the Eastern State membership team at [email protected] or (215) 236-5111 x210.

A headshot of Jim Foley.

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