Anglin Brothers Escape from Alcatraz Prison
If you were to gather a group of National Park Rangers who work on Alcatraz and ask them to write down the most common questions they receive, you could probably
Alcatraz City Cruises Announces Spring Tour Offerings Including Extended Hours And First-ever Island Scavenger Hunt
Experience “The Rock” this summer with guided tours of the famed San Francisco landmark, community day celebrations, commemorative anniversaries, and a special scavenger hunt with the chance to win $200!
Protecting the Sea Lions at Fisherman’s Wharf
Visitors come to San Francisco for its Victorian architecture, diverse history, delicious cuisine, and to see the engineering marvel that is the Golden Gate Bridge. But did you know you
Chinatown in San Francisco is Filled with History and Exciting Things to Do
While San Francisco is a vibrant, exciting city, its very own Chinatown is “the oldest Chinatown in North America.” It’s also the largest one outside of Asia, a place that
Lessons 2020 Brought To ‘The Rock’
How Alcatraz Island Transformed During The Pandemic The 2020 Pandemic forced the tourism industry into survival mode. In California, attractions and hospitality businesses still face looking for any opportunities to innovate, while
Cinematic San Francisco – The City on Film
Generations of moviegoers have come to know the City by the Bay for its geography, architecture, and robust history. For San Francisco natives, there are cringe-worthy depictions with nonlinear car
Alcatraz Inmate 1518-AZ
Committed Name: COHEN, Meyer HarrisRegister Number: 1518-AZDate: December 13, 1962 Sentence Data: This forty-nine-year-old resident of Los Angeles, California, was sentenced July 1, 1961 in Los Angeles to serve fifteen
Lights, Camera, Action!
San Francisco has been an iconic location for great movies and TV shows. One of the most celebrated attractions that is featured is none other than Alcatraz Island. Two of
Alcatraz Occupation History
The broader story of the American Indian occupation of Alcatraz 50 years ago could easily include a larger chunk of American history — as far back as a 19th century
Outdoor Adventure Day Tripping in the Bay Area
Summer is coming to an end, which means Bay Area locals get their attractions back. And, while it’s not as busy, it can still be a challenge to secure tickets