"Eastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Known for its grand architecture and strict discipline, this was the world’s first true “penitentiary,” a prison designed to inspire penitence, or true regret, in the hearts of convicts. Its vaulted, sky-lit cells once held many of America’s most notorious criminals, including bank robber “Slick Willie” Sutton and Al Capone."
Very cool Gallery Chantal. Love your eye for the details. Eastern State is a sobering place. I was reading a book about Willie "The Actor" Sutton when I visited...He managed to escape for about 20 minutes. I didnt get to see the cafeteria or surgical ward when we visited. They were "restoring" the chapel when we were there.