Alcatraz East Crime Museum celebrates law enforcement’s four-legged friends
As well as honoring law enforcement officers during National Police Week, Alcatraz East Crime Museum is celebrating law enforcement animals throughout the month of May 2022.
During National Police Week, May 15-21, 2022, visitors who work in law enforcement will receive discounted admission rates.
All visitors this month can learn about law enforcement animals and get a chance to meet K9s and horses who work in the field.
“Many people do not realize the important role animals play in law enforcement, which is why we are spotlighting them,” said Ally Pennington, artifacts and programs manager for Alcatraz East.
In its third and final year, the temporary Tennessee Bureau of Investigation exhibit at Alcatraz East Crime Museum features information and artifacts about the Bureau’s K9s.
The exhibit features a leash and collar from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s first accelerant detection K9, called Faith.
During the month of May 2022, visitors to Alcatraz East Crime Museum can look forward to various events:
- On Friday, May 13, 2022, two Tennessee Bureau of Investigation K9s and their handlers visit the museum.
- Blount County Mounted Unit will be bringing horses for a visit on May 27, 2022.
- During each of the above events, McGruff the Crime Dog will make an appearance
- The museum will host fingerprinting and prison tattoo interactive labs and demonstrations.
Discounted tickets available for all visitors in law enforcement. Tickets can be booked online.
The most common breeds trained for law enforcement include German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, and Dutch Shepherds.
Bloodhounds are becoming more common for search and rescue as they are some of the best dogs for tracking.
With over 100 temporary and permanent exhibits, the Alcatraz East Crime Museum details crime throughout the country.
The museum features information and artifacts about the history of crime, crime scene investigation, the consequences of crime, crime-fighting, and more.
There are various notorious items on display, including the famous white Bronco from the O.J. Simpson chase and Ted Bundy’s Beetle.
The museum also features special guest speakers throughout the year.
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