National Park Service
Constance Smith has been a living historian for decades, sharing the history of the Civil War with visitors at national parks and at reenactments across the country. She volunteers at Fort Point and Alcatraz in Golden Gate National Recreation Area, has sat on the boards of several not-for-profit living history groups, and is currently the secretary for Friends of Civil War Alcatraz. Join us to hear her unique perspective and experience her demonstrations first-hand.
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.
To get to Alcatraz Island, you’ll need to buy a ferry ticket through Alcatraz City Cruises. Seating for the events is first-come-first-serve and may be limited. We recommend you purchase a ticket for a ferry at least one hour before the event starts. We recommend the 10:35 AM ferry or earlier.
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