Holmesburg Prison, Former correctional facility in Holmesburg, Philadelphia, United States.
The prison utilized a spoke-and-wheel layout design with multiple cell blocks radiating from a central observation point at 8215 Torresdale Avenue.
Opened in 1896 to address overcrowding at Moyamensing Prison, this facility operated until 1995, experiencing numerous riots and violent incidents throughout its operation.
The prison became a symbol of medical ethics violations after Dr. Albert Kligman conducted extensive dermatological and pharmaceutical tests on inmates from 1951 to 1974.
The facility now functions as a training location for law enforcement and emergency response teams while occasionally serving as a filming site for movies.
Between 1951 and 1974, inmates were subjected to tests involving 254 chemical compounds, including radioactive materials and warfare agents from various corporations.
Location: Pennsylvania
GPS coordinates: 40.03710,-75.01880
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:21
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