• Homeschool Resources,  Museums

    Alcatraz East Crime Museum to Open New Lobby Exhibit: The Road to Ruin: O.J. Simpson

    A new temporary exhibit will be added to spotlight the 30th anniversary of the infamous trial PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (September 29, 2025) – To spotlight the anniversary of one of the most infamous trials in U.S. history, Alcatraz East Crime Museum is opening a new temporary exhibit titled The Road to Ruin: O.J. Simpson. The exhibit will open October 3, 2025, and run through December 2025, featuring a variety of artifacts related to the trial. There are additional highlights for the month, including refreshing the Ted Bundy exhibit, Homeschool Days, and the teacher open house. “The Simpson trial remains a prominent case in American legal history,” said Ally Pennington, artifacts and programs manager…

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  • Travel Tips & Vacations

    Alcatraz East Crime Museum Issues Summer Travel Safety Tips

    Whether Traveling Domestically or Internationally, Safety is a Top Priority  PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (June 26, 2025)–Millions of people travel over the summer, some taking road trips, visiting other states, and checking out international destinations. While many people are focused on having fun or exploring, safety should be at the top of every traveler’s priority list. It is easy to get caught up in the excitement of a trip and forget about the necessary preparations to ensure everyone’s safety. A little preparation goes a long way in keeping people safe, regardless of the destination. “Whether looking at accidents that can happen on vacation or the increased risks for crime, it’s an…

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  • Events,  Museums

    The Mystery Endures: Alcatraz East Expands and Extends JFK Assassination Exhibit

    Newly Declassified Documents and Rare Artifacts Breathe New Life Into America’s Most Enduring Conspiracy  PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (June 10, 2025) – While it has been 63 years since President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, people remain intensely interested in him and the conspiracy theories surrounding his death. Alcatraz East Crime Museum is expanding its exhibit titled “The Kennedy Conspiracy: Fact & Fiction” and extending it for another year. The exhibit will remain open through May 2026.  “The Kennedy assassination is a topic that many people are fascinated by no matter their political beliefs,” said Ally Pennington, artifacts and programs manager at Alcatraz East Crime Museum. “We are happy to expand and extend the…

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