Alcatraz East Events, Programs & Contests:

Temporary Exhibits

Alcatraz East hosts temporary exhibits, in partnership with outside organizations, related to crime and law enforcement topics.

Graffiti Contest 2020

Alcatraz East is looking for graffiti artists who want to showcase their talents and techniques!

Speaker Programs

Alcatraz East hosts speakers throughout the year, most notably, Art Bohanan is a frequent guest speaker at the Museum.

National STEM Day

Alcatraz East celebrates National STEM Day and recognizes those that are making us more safe & secure!

Crime Museum Book Club

Alcatraz East Crime Museum’s book club focuses on non-fiction about American crime history, law enforcement, and survivor stories.

Toys For Tots

Alcatraz East is a drop off location for Toys for Tots. Make a difference- the power of one! *Toys for older kids is preferred ages 8-12 years old

For The Junior Detectives

Alcatraz East is committed to offering an experience the whole family can enjoy. Check out these activities for kids.

Girl Scout Programs

Earn your investigation badges during one of Alcatraz East’s badge workshops!

Hidden Rocks

Calling all treasure hunters! Alcatraz East has hidden rocks around Pigeon Forge!

Alcatraz East

4.6

DeVonna Ponthieu

2020-11-25T00:57:29+0000

lots of great exhibits, plenty of info. I highly recommend going here. probably will take 3-4 hours to read and look at everything.read more

Josh Duvall

2020-11-23T23:33:10+0000

It was so enjoyable. If you are into anything relating to crime or police. You should definitely go.

Angela Wickham Brake-Kramer

2020-11-21T15:13:47+0000

Well worth the money! We enjoyed walking around for nearly 3 hours but could have stayed longer.

KayorLorie Lightfoot

2020-11-17T12:21:33+0000

Fun and interesting. Would recommend if you like crime history.

Peggy Benton Tuttle

2020-11-15T02:11:48+0000

Amazing experience! Definitely worth it!!!!

Jennifer Klaes Davis

2020-11-10T02:05:59+0000

Awesome! Highly recommend if you’re interested...even if you’re not.👍🏻👍🏻

Donna Barrett Cawood

2020-11-09T22:52:11+0000

Really enjoyed ourselves and learned new things. Definite must to do while in Pigeon Forge.

Mary Lietzke

2020-11-05T05:49:30+0000

The artifacts and evidence are all amazing. The vehicles especially so.

Christopher Wilson

2020-11-02T02:06:02+0000

great exhibits and we also enjoyed the audio tour!!!

Jeff Keith

2020-10-31T08:58:22+0000

The most shocking and authentic exhibits under one roof. It would be a crime to not visit this big house.

Nicole Simmons

2020-10-28T20:26:45+0000

Informative, interactive, and clean! we had no wait at all since we went early! when we left, there was a line out the door in the rain!read more

Tammy Boettcher

2020-10-28T16:18:10+0000

awesome, highly recommended

Tim O'Brien

2020-10-26T21:09:00+0000

Amazing in every way. Friendly and informative staff and great exhibits.

Richard Rosa

2020-10-22T15:55:41+0000

Great layout, plenty to see inside.

Dean Jones

2020-10-22T14:23:55+0000

1st timers and enjoyed our tour

Austin Cole

2020-10-21T00:16:16+0000

Worth the experience for sure!

Karen Porterfield Gregory

2020-10-20T21:03:12+0000

Spent 2 and half hours in there and didn’t even realize it!!! Loved it!!

Connie Bullard Furr Register

2020-10-20T02:15:35+0000

It was ok, a little pricey.

Stacy Leeper N

2020-10-18T02:25:38+0000

Wonderful staff! Extremely friendly and helpful. They have a lot of history in this exhibit.

Kelley Reed

2020-10-15T03:15:53+0000

Great variety in the exhibits and each has information and activities geared for all ages. Our daughter enjoyed the CSI portion a lot.read more

Melanie Lera Vernon

2020-10-11T15:49:07+0000

Had alot of fun! There's alot to learn about that id never heard of before

Tim Williams

2020-10-11T14:16:40+0000

Bigger and better than I expected. Worth the money. My only advice would be expect to spend at least 4 hours taking everything in.read more

Sheri Freeman

2020-10-11T00:07:21+0000

very interesting and knowledgeable place to visit

Lauren Egbert

2020-10-10T22:40:50+0000

Loved the info and exhibits. Very educational! The 9/11 exhibit was amazing and of course all the Ted Bundy info! I appreciate that officer Sean Collier was memorialized in this museum! Great time! We spent about 3hrs there! More animatronics would have been awesome! Like the prisoner hanging out of the window out of the building. Would have been awesome if it moved!read more

Kermit Storey

2020-10-10T22:30:34+0000

Experience of a lifetime beautiful set up

Ashley Harry

2020-10-09T01:03:33+0000

Loved it! So cool seeing all the serial killer stuff! They also have some stuff from 9-11 & forensics stuff. We loved it. They have John Wayne Gacys clown costume & Ted Bundys car!!read more

Michele Stewart

2020-10-08T18:06:56+0000

Very interested. Extremely informative.

Jessica Grayson

2020-10-08T00:50:21+0000

very informative and well laid out

JoAnn Charbonneau

2020-10-07T01:20:26+0000

The collection of serial killer "memorabilia" was so cool to see in person! I loved the way the museum is set up going from Salem to current times...and so much! I wanted to come because I am a huge true crime buff and my husband went mostly just to humor me but we both totally enjoyed our time. Would certainly visit again!read more

Lorraine Gozzetti Rezin

2020-10-06T20:18:26+0000

We enjoyed our time. We making memories and enjoying ourselves. Lots to see

David Zarillo

2020-10-06T00:01:12+0000

My wife and I really enjoyed it. It was very educational and had some interactive things to do. A must see when you are here in town on vacationread more

Marie Tanner

2020-10-05T22:45:57+0000

the serial killer room omg 😲

Billi Ingram

2020-10-05T03:01:32+0000

This was a really cool attraction to visit! The front desk staff were very welcoming and full of information. We loved the mob-related stuff.read more

Currer Bell

2020-09-29T22:48:01+0000

Fun, informative visit! Highly recommend

Lisa Mason Pate Brockmann

2020-09-27T21:21:09+0000

It was very interesting in all areas of crime

Jennifer Wolfe

2020-09-27T20:31:04+0000

crime memorabilia. interactive displays. A must for any true crime fan.

Tysh Jewell Roberts

2020-09-25T12:12:05+0000

Lots of artifacts! They did a great job of including history in the evolution of law enforcement.

Elizabeth Lurie

2020-09-23T03:14:53+0000

This was a great stop on our vacation. Lots of good information. A must see for anyone!!

Danielle J Bowen

2020-09-22T22:23:42+0000

Soooo much to see! Very Interesting place. I thoroughly enjoyed!

Donovan Platt Sr.

2020-09-22T21:35:47+0000

Awesome to see.price is ok

Treasure Marie Vogel

2020-09-22T19:25:36+0000

We had a great time at Alcatraz East. Definitely recommend doing the heist it was fun maneuvering thru the laser beams.

Leigh Anne Ball

2020-09-21T20:15:17+0000

This is awesome! A must see exhibit!

Summer Holzmeyer

2020-09-17T22:36:42+0000

This wasn’t what I was expecting, but it’s definitely worth your time.

Casey R. Graves

2020-09-11T22:16:13+0000

was just all around fun...would highly recommend!!

Rebecca Campbell Shirley

2020-09-10T22:27:04+0000

Super cool..... we went during the pandemic and they were so clean sanitized everything.

Monica Carranza

2020-09-09T21:13:45+0000

Fun, cool experience & friendly staff

Christy Lynn

2020-09-06T20:49:01+0000

very informative and really nice displays.

Bari Ann

2020-09-06T03:28:10+0000

I wish I could give it more stars! The best part of the trip. Much bigger than expected and well worth the admission cost. A good variety of crime to satisfy any genre of true crime research enthusiasts. And a much welcome change of pace from the usual offerings for things to do in Sevier County.read more

Kimberly Zackoski

2020-09-05T20:27:43+0000

Awesome!!! Loved all the history involved in all the information in each exhibit’s. The cars was amazing!!!

Angie Cockrell

2020-09-05T15:25:35+0000

a lot of interesting facts. kids will love it too

Christina Romine

2020-09-01T18:36:27+0000

First time there and loved it. Definitely going back

Jimmy King

2020-08-29T20:27:21+0000

Fun and informative. Fun for the whole family.

Kay Whitehead Whittelsey

2020-08-28T23:44:16+0000

Awesome experience. So glad I got to experience this.

Michelle Brooke Sain

2020-08-26T21:41:48+0000

so much to see and read! each to was different.

Penny Clark

2020-08-25T23:24:53+0000

The details & history was spot on & amazing.

Robert Smith

2020-08-23T16:56:30+0000

So cool and interesting to see and experience

Casey Conrad

2020-08-18T14:17:03+0000

My husband & I had a great time! Our kids were bored at times because there was A LOT of reading. It’s great for anyone who likes to read, & loves all things crime. It’s organized really well, and I was impressed by all the sanitization being done by staff.read more

Timmy Farley

2020-08-13T01:40:08+0000

10 out of 10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

John Futrell

2020-08-07T01:56:49+0000

My wife is a HUGE Crime/Crime History Buff!! We loved our audio tour. We actually both learned a few things that we didn't know.read more

Angie Pitts

2020-08-06T22:50:00+0000

A great day to spend a rainy day. You can easily spend 3 hrs there. So informative. Love the displays to honor our police officers and all of our other first responders 🦅🚔🚑🚒🇺🇸read more

Mark Ellis

2020-08-06T22:41:52+0000

Raining alot today and decided to go. Just way to many poeple could not enjoy the exhibits like we wanted. Suggest going on a non Raining day.read more

Brianna Beeson

2020-08-06T22:08:38+0000

it was great! informative, hands-on, interesting and they have extra things you can do during the tour to enhance your experience. very coolread more

Melissa Brown

2020-08-05T23:51:19+0000

lots of fun!! Would highly reccomend this place for a Fun Day!!

Madisen Wilson

2020-08-05T02:19:57+0000

Had the most fun here! I love true crime and this place was awesome. Took a few hours to get through and had many interactive things to do. Very unique and interesting experience !read more

Kim Dabbs King

2020-08-05T01:48:20+0000

Had a great time with family $ friends. Learned a lot of interesting facts.

Michael Gilmore

2020-08-03T03:33:15+0000

worth the price! took a couple of hours to go through, a lot of info and organized very well.

Anthony Scott Mays

2020-07-29T20:52:01+0000

If your into crime shows or thinking about pursuing a career in law enforcement, this is the place for you. Definitely a lot to learn about our histories crime and criminals.read more

Brett Dewees

2020-07-29T18:43:56+0000

Lots to see and learn, always find something different when we come, the TBI temporary exhibition was nice. Will be back on our next vist.read more

Keonsha Waller

2020-07-27T16:35:08+0000

Very interesting place learn a lot while going through the museum

Lamar Bradford

2020-07-24T20:18:25+0000

some very cool stuff to read and learn about

Natalie L Peden

2020-07-16T22:47:02+0000

Very educational and interesting!!

Kassie Johnson

2020-07-16T17:13:49+0000

What a great place to expand your knowledge on crime! If you’re a crime junky, go see this!! Worth the money! Do not suggest the audio addition, to much information to absorb and the tour is fantastic without it!read more

Jorge L Ferrin

2020-07-13T18:55:04+0000

Great place., very welcoming enjoyed it very much .

Cinnamon Hild

2020-07-12T00:40:37+0000

They had so much interesting information. I thought the cars were really cool but so creepy knowing they're the real thing.read more

Christina Ely

2020-07-11T01:20:10+0000

It was very interesting. I had a nice time!!

Scot LePage

2020-07-10T20:25:53+0000

Touristy but I must admit it was actually better than anticipated. Definitely different!

Amanda L. Williams

2020-07-07T18:48:55+0000

its slot of reading but it was so cool. they get a 100% in cleanliness. they had staff walking around wiping all high touch points alot! We was definitely pleased.read more

Harold Jones

2020-07-05T23:19:42+0000

Very interesting display of law enforcement.

Ronald Albright

2020-07-05T12:30:49+0000

I enjoyed this museum tremendously. It was tastefully done and you learn a lot of information. If you are a fan of true crime or just like taking a walk on the darker side, it's a must!read more

DeAnna Ratliff

2020-07-04T18:49:18+0000

It was great!! Well worth the money!

Marisa Wilcox Patrick

2020-07-04T16:54:11+0000

Great experience! Lots of info!

James Kessler

2020-06-29T18:35:50+0000

Awesome place would go back!

Melanie Goodin

2020-06-29T05:19:43+0000

Definitely a must see! Highly recommend.

Ben Newsome

2020-06-28T23:31:10+0000

Omg 😳 yes don’t miss this place

Missy Trego

2020-06-28T00:58:00+0000

Definitely would go again.. We did the audio. That was a waste. You couldn't really hear anything on the thing they gave you to carry. Otherwise, it was great. it's very interesting. i enjoyed it and would definitely go back without the audio thing. you don't need the audio.read more

Jessica Chafin

2020-06-27T12:22:20+0000

Long line to get inside, waited about 40 minutes. Once inside, it was over crowded and we felt rushed to avoid some of the crowds in exhibits. Takes about 2 1/2 - 3 hours to complete. Overall, was very interesting and fun. Would recommend for older families, not for children under 5-6.read more

Hayley Hoback Richards

2020-06-25T20:31:58+0000

This place is awesome! There is so much to see here! The exhibits are well done and fascinating. If you’re into true crime, this is a must see.read more

Glenn Kivett

2020-06-25T18:16:12+0000

enjoyed all the history that is there

Shelly Moore

2020-06-25T07:03:14+0000

Everything was so well laid out. Starting from the very beginning of criminals behavior in the United States to the present. Sheread more

Moose Karenn

2020-06-25T03:26:46+0000

Very educational, I loved it

Kay Wilemon

2020-06-24T15:18:55+0000

It was more of crimes across the US and artifacts. And little of Alcatraz.. We did enjoy it tho...

Brittany Nicole Gruber

2020-06-24T12:10:25+0000

I only went for Ted Bundy’s car, and it was perfect! Very clean and informational. I spent 3 hours in there and definitely could have made it longer! My boyfriend and I plan on returning in the future. 10/10.read more

Garrett Durham

2020-06-24T00:47:05+0000

Awesome exhibits! Great time!

Joseph Lay

2020-06-23T19:16:09+0000

was so much fun, my son which is into police stuff really enjoyed it

Sharon Swan

2020-06-22T23:54:13+0000

So much fun! So many interactive displays and a lot of history.

Janet Brown Oglesby

2020-06-21T20:58:25+0000

Good variety of information. I had visited the Rock and know that it was a real life punishment for criminals. Parents can use it as a tool and teachable moment to share with their children.read more

John Rhodes

2020-06-21T01:07:34+0000

learned alot and I would recommend this. had a blast.

Lesly Brewer

2020-06-20T20:44:48+0000

So glad to visit in new location. Thoroughly enjoyed☠️

Letha Hill

2020-06-19T05:53:13+0000

was so much fun & well worth the money & so much stuff to see !!

Lisa Keller

2020-06-15T15:17:17+0000

My son and myself luv our visit. Very informative and fun. A little long to walk through, but we still enjoyed ourselves!!read more

Nicole Kelley

2020-06-15T02:16:35+0000

Amazing artifacts, information, wonderful displays

Twila Riessen

2020-06-10T17:26:38+0000

also me place to spend a rainy day or a few hours on a hit afternoon

Jackieo Rawks

2020-06-10T00:16:14+0000

Very cool museum,a lot of information.A lot I already knew because I love reading and studying about crime.The 911 video was really great,my kids really enjoyed the whole tour,I would highly recommend checking Alcatraz East out.read more

Douglas Webb

2020-06-09T22:03:07+0000

this place is amazing. full of so much true crime history and events. worth it!

Allison Messersmith

2020-06-06T15:25:18+0000

my son and I had a great experince ..candace went above and beyond to help us ..memories we will never forget

Francisco Santana

2020-06-03T01:19:37+0000

everything, is awesome to know how justice at the end will prevail soon or later.

Mary Slovinski Mort

2020-05-30T17:56:39+0000

alot of history. Great for my 13year old

Gene Ray

2018-08-16T01:16:20+0000

VERY educational. BEST exhibition I've been to in years.

Randy Woods

2018-08-06T14:00:18+0000

Lots of cool and interesting stuff!

Joseph Dickerson

2018-08-03T00:57:37+0000

We spent two and half hours there and we could have spent another 4.We paid the extra 10 dollars and we got the bonus package.Through the exhibits we had to solve a mystery of the stolen Jewel by collecting clues. There was so much to do and so much more.We would have stayed longer but we had dinner reservations so we had to leave. We did manage to solve the crime and we were rewarded at the gift shop.Anyone who is interested in the History of criminals and crime you don't want miss this place .It is also Kid friendly with a virtual reality police car , drunk googles and a laser maze.Dont forget about the corpse in the make shift morgue and learning about the human body and what happens after someone is deceased .This is money well spent and we will visit again.read more

Paul Trivette

2018-07-24T00:23:37+0000

Fantastic!! Highly recommended!

Carroll Falterman

2018-07-20T22:34:49+0000

Great destination!! Learned a lot!

Cortney Steffman

2018-07-20T20:07:43+0000

Pleasantly surprised. This place is huge and there’s so much information and history that it’s easy to spend a few hours taking it all in.read more

Libor John Inscho

2018-07-12T20:57:34+0000

Well between going to the Mob Museum in Las Vegas and here I’ve learned a lot from both. But then again I’m only that believes that the punishment should fit the crime. Less jails and criminals. Or better yet let there families support them. Used to be like $75,000 per year per inmate what a shame! Place is awesome.read more

Shelly Bean Seward

2018-07-10T15:48:28+0000

Great exhibits. Extremely informational and fun to wander through. Would definitely go again.

Debbie Killion

2018-07-06T18:18:05+0000

Great place lots of information

Trish Wilson

2018-07-06T17:59:07+0000

It is not all about Alcatraz but it does tak about the different people that have been there. If you enjoy anything crime this is Awesome!! It is harder with a kid but awesome...the only negative is the younger kids playing scavenger hunt and cutting in to play the game while your trying to read (a lot of reading)read more

Robin Richardson

2018-07-06T13:57:29+0000

It was everything I was expecting

Nicki Achten

2018-07-06T00:46:23+0000

Can literally spend hours in there. Tons of neat information and lots of stuff to do.

Sheila L. Mackey-Barber

2018-07-05T20:34:43+0000

I was looking forward to it while planning my vacation, I was not disappointed!!

Mary Kidder

2018-07-04T17:47:53+0000

Well worth the money, spent 4 hours there.

Scott Thomas

2018-07-04T02:33:10+0000

I highly recommend this place! The exhibits are so interesting, you could spend all day here. They thoroughly present historical crime figures and legendary crimes against humanity. In addition, they explain the science of investigating crimes. Some of the articles on display will shock you. Don't miss it!read more

Chris French

2018-06-30T03:42:47+0000

My son and I had a blast. We loved every exhibit. We will definitely be back.

Cherie Carnes Rebar

2018-06-30T02:56:57+0000

We’ve come to this area for vacation for decades. This was our first time at Alcatraz East and it was fascinating for everyone in our party from ages 12 to 68!read more

Greg Hogsten

2018-06-28T22:47:38+0000

Interesting, but not quite what I thought it would be

Kayla Emily Luncan

2018-06-21T03:28:12+0000

Full of history and reasonably priced! I loved it.

Liz Summers Ellis

2018-06-11T21:19:38+0000

I loved this. A lot of history.

Jonathan Abarquez

2018-06-10T23:13:04+0000

We decided to go expecting it to be a tourist trap, but we were very much surprised how thorough and engaging the museum actually is! We were surprised that we spent just over 2 hours checking out all the exhibits and learning about all the famous serial killers. The exhibits themselves could use some TLC. Some of the glass displays need to be cleaned better, the mannequins were either falling apart due to lack of care or were fading due to light exposure, and it's clear the interactive kiosks are running on Windows 95. If they spent the slow seasons doing some exhibit refurbishing, everything would be perfect!read more

Melissa Ann Cole

2018-06-09T16:02:57+0000

Loved it can’t wait to go back

Carla De Pellegrini

2018-06-04T11:46:23+0000

Awesome place to visit and not a bad price . Hands on stuff to do and lots to learn !

Whitney Roberts

2018-06-03T15:26:42+0000

Such a awesome place!! Highly recommend.

Adam Beaty

2018-06-03T00:00:06+0000

One of the most interactive, thorough, and fun museum/attractions I’ve been to. It is so beautifully arranged and designed and very informative. Many things learned! Will return!read more

Jenny Noe

2018-06-01T06:36:52+0000

Amazing place to learn anything you ever wanted to know about the history of crime! We were there 2 hours but could have easily spent 4 hours or more to take it all in! I would say ages 10 and up would get the most out of it. Our 5 year old was bored after about 20 minutes! You have to enjoy reading a lot to get the most out of the experience! But very interesting indeed! 👍👍read more

Stacy Wood Austin

2018-05-31T21:11:18+0000

My family and I had a great time. This was our first time there so we didn't know what to expect but we did the audio tour, used the book for clues, and also did the heist. I am very appreciative of them for giving teachers a discount which allowed us to do all the extras. Definitely recommend this to families looking to do something together.read more

Chuck Gibson

2018-05-31T15:17:45+0000

Being a local and being in law enforcement, there was a lot of cool exhibits and facts were displayed. A lot of good information about their exhibits, that were quite impressive. I would recommend that if you want to look at every bit of the place that you allow more than 2 hours to go through the whole place without being rushed. I don't know if young children will be entertained due to the lack of knowledge of some of the crimes, but it's a good learning environment that is for sure. The convicts behind the counter and throughout the exhibits were certainly nice and friendly. Thank you for a great experience!!!read more

Ashley Tutor Holley

2018-05-29T16:07:39+0000

We found it very entertaining and informative. It held the attention of my 5 year old and my husband and I, as well. I really enjoyed the interactive booklet. My 5 year old loved the driving simulator.read more

Dannielle Fitzpatrick

2018-05-25T19:17:18+0000

So much more than what we expected! Loved it!!

Dale Patterson

2018-05-23T20:43:28+0000

So much to see you might need to go a couple of times.Really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend going.

Teri Munoz

2018-05-22T18:51:05+0000

Was a great place!! Was more than I expected!! Hope to come again!!

Gia Nobel-Wierenga

2018-05-18T23:17:06+0000

Cool experience! Lots to look at. A totally different kind of experience! Lots of crazy stuff here!

Stephanie Taylor Robinson

2018-05-16T11:22:28+0000

Loved it!!! There is sooo much to read and do in this museum!

Jamie West

2018-05-09T21:26:53+0000

What an awesome museum/interactive experience! We were there for almost 6 hours and I feel like we rushed the last half of the museum. It’s a great balance of crime/criminal stories and artifacts, forensic and legal education, tales/artifacts from famous law enforcement officers—it even includes a touching memorial to 911 and the first responders. The displays rotate, so I can wait to go back. It’s a crime I can’t give it more than 5 stars!read more

Brandy Ingle

2018-05-06T18:08:35+0000

Pretty neat place. Rather large, definitely showed is it was worth the price!

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