Archival Pennhurst Images

Pennhurst's attempts at positive imagery over the years

This set of images was culled from the archives by former Special Assistant to the Superintendent Gregory Pirmann.  Taken largely for Board of Trustees reports over the years, these photos intentionally paint a misleading picture of life at Pennhurst.  The reality of institutional life stood in stark contrast to the well dressed, happy Pennhurst residents depicted here.

Photos cannot be used without permission from the Pennhurst Memorial and Preservation Alliance.

Archival Pennhurst Images