Eastern State Penitentiary

I was a tourist today. The tourist site was a little odd though. Eastern State Penitentiary was built in the 1820s and was used as a prison until 1971. It was the first penitentiary. Its goal was reform and giving people the opportunity to reflect on their wrong doing in solitude and also to learn a trade.

HERE are my photos from the day.

That goal was watered down pretty quickly since space became a bit more cramped. The place has an amazing history and is well worth the visit if you're ever in Philly. Cool place both historically and architecturally.

Its most famous inmate was probably Al Capone, who spent some time here. His cell (seen above) was somewhat more posch than most. His cell was actually in the guards area, rather than in the main cell block.