Synanon

Welcome to the Synanon documentation page. Here you will find a video site tour of the head quarters, past photos, and personal stories from individuals who lived at Synanon. 

Fun Fact: in 1970 when George Lucas needed dozens of actors with shaved heads for the movie THX 1138, he found the extras at Synanon. People at Synanon worshipped sobriety and expressed solidarity by shaving their heads. 

For more information and photos, click here to visit the Synanon Museum