Previous Temporary Exhibits
Alcatraz East works diligently to host new and exciting temporary exhibits throughout the year. Guests who return time and time again can explore exhibits related to crime and law enforcement topics, often in partnership with outside organizations.
Evil Intelligence: The Making of the Unabomber
December 15, 2023- April 4, 2024
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RICO: Prosecuting the American Mob
September 15, 2023-December 15, 2023
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Sic Semper Tyrannis: The Plot To Kill Lincoln
July 7, 2023 – September 15, 2023
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation
July 13, 2020 – May 2023
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Dear Inmate: Prison Pen Pals
February 10, 2023 – April 14, 2023
The Beginning of the End:
John Dillinger’s Final Jail Break
March 3, 2022 – March 17, 2023
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Raise a Glass: The Repeal of Prohibition
December 1, 2022 – February 9, 2023
FROM CAR TO INCARCERATION: TED BUNDY’S FINAL ARREST
October 10, 2020 – October 2022
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Learn about Ted Bundy
*Please note that Bundy’s VW and other Bundy objects are permanently displayed.
April: The Season of Crime
April 1, 2022 – August 31, 2022
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The Second Amendment: Conceal Carry
September 23, 2019 – October 4, 2020
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Alcatraz Art Escape
August 23, 2019 – July 5, 2020
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30th Anniversary of Ted Bundy’s Execution*
January 24, 2019 – January 2020
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Learn About Ted Bundy
*Please note that Bundy’s VW is a permanent exhibit.
The Second Amendment: A History
October 5, 2018 – September 15, 2019
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Passion for Life: Nicole Brown Simpson
May 17, 2019 – August 17, 2019
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It Happened Here: Tennessee Crimes & Justice
May 18, 2018 – May 5, 2019
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Scamalot: Conquering The Con
September 21, 2017 – September 23, 2018
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Ivory, Tortoise Shell & Fur: The Ugly Truth of Wildlife Trafficking
May 15, 2017 – May 14, 2018
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 2014 (ICE)
Dog Fighting: The Voiceless Victims, 2013 (ASPCA)
US Marshals Service, 2012 (USMS)
Crimes against Marine Life, 2012 (NOAA)
Shark Finning, 2011 (Greenpeace)
The Conspirator, 2011 (American Film Company)
Art Crimes, 2010 (ARCA)
John Dillinger, 2009
Bonnie & Clyde, 2009
Jewish Gangsters, 2008