Russell Bombon / Parks Conservancy
Lori Brosnan first came to Alcatraz as a child before it was a National Park when her father was reporting on the island. Years later, she returned as an interpretive ranger and made a great impact on everyone she encountered in her 30 years here. She helped create a strong partnership with Indians of All Tribes, the former island occupiers, and with the Alcatraz Alumni association. She has mentored many volunteers on this island. Now a dedicated volunteer herself, Lori says one of her greatest joys was “learning about the amazing women who were part of Alcatraz.”
This Women’s History Month, we answer the common question: “Were there any women on Alcatraz?”
The short answer is that there were no women imprisoned here. But women’s stories are deeply connected to the island.
From laundresses working in the military fort, to female leaders of the Native American Occupation, to formerly incarcerated women sharing their stories on the island today, women’s history is everywhere on Alcatraz.
The event takes place in the New Industries Building. From the dock, go up the road and continue straight to the New Industries Building.
To get to Alcatraz Island, you’ll need to buy a ferry ticket on the Alcatraz City Cruises website. Seating for the events is first-come-first-serve and may be limited. We recommend you purchase a ticket for a ferry about one hour before the event starts.
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