Family Weekend: Pets in Prison

Eastern State Penitentiary partners with New Leash on Life USA for Family Weekend: Pets in Prison.

Discover unique stories about animals all weekend long! You will learn more about Eastern State Penitentiary’s most famous four-legged resident, Pep the Dog; participate in an animal-themed activity; and find out how animals continue to play a role in prisons today.

Family Weekend activities are available 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday, September 27 and 28.