An ancestor's experiences at a New York asylum are obscured by restrictive records laws.
A Case of History Locked Away in the Archives
Allentown State Hospital Time Capsule Unearthed
After 116 years, the material history of Allentown State Hospital's opening day sees light again.
All Our Telegraphs Are…a Mistake?
A prominent neurologist claims telegraphs cause nervousness and anxiety. Is he right?
Adriana Brinckle: A Victim of Respectability
A woman's tell-all story after being wrongfully imprisoned in an asylum for 28 years.
“Archiving Danville” Published in Contingent Magazine
Exciting new article published in Contingent Magazine!
“Laughing Eel” Article Published in Nursing Clio
A jewel thief nicknamed the "Laughing Eel" makes a thrilling jailbreak from a hospital for the criminally insane...can he slip out of this one?
19th Century Harrisburg State Hospital Letters Donated to Pennsylvania State Archives
A surprise donation of letters uncovers the lives of institutionalized people and their families.
Catch a Glimpse of Allentown State Hospital in M. Night Shymalan’s New Movie “Glass”
Did you know much of "Glass" was filmed at Allentown State Hospital?
Criminal. Insane. A Long History of Farview State Hospital
Understanding the origins of Pennsylvania's only institution for the "criminally insane" helps explain its failures.
More than an Institution: Farview State Hospital
Explore Pennsylvania's only state institution for the "criminally insane."
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