OMG. I went here one fall weekend in the late 70s (maybe 1978?), part of a group of students from Queens College. The place was already run-down...some friends had to switch rooms because their first room was infested with bees! I do have vivid memories of hanging out in the lobby and watching a bunch of students getting drunk and going for a midnight swim...

I was there in the late 70s, on a college student weekend. You'll never guess who was the comedy act on Saturday night: a very young, pre-porn Ron Jeremy! (He was a terrible comedian, BTW)

I live within walking distance of Easter State , have visited many times, but never saw some of these 'walls'. Eastern State has been going through renovations over the past few years to preserve it and its history. Various sections have been closed up during these times. Thanks for the great photos.