Alcatraz Warden's House

The outer concrete shell of the original three story structure with many windows.

Mel Mashman

Quick Facts

OPEN TO PUBLIC:

No

Amenities

4 listed

Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Restroom - Accessible, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Water - Bottle-Filling Station

The Warden's house, a 15-room mansion built in 1921, was home to four wardens between 1934 and 1963. Despite their serious jobs, the wardens knew how to entertain, and were known to throw lavish cocktail parties just a few feet from the cellhouse. The building caught fire during the Indian Occupation of Alcatraz. All that is left today is the concrete frame.