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Interlochen Alumni Allege Epstein Abuse in New Report

institutional · 2026-08-03

Recent allegations have been made by two former students of Michigan's Interlochen Center for the Arts regarding sexual abuse involving Jeffrey Epstein, who previously funded the institution. These accusations surfaced during a thorough two-year probe into a history of misconduct at the arts school and summer camp. This investigation culminated in a detailed 97-page report, which documents abuse allegations from alumni against 47 individuals linked to the school, covering incidents from the 1950s through the 2010s. The findings have sparked demands for institutional reform and greater accountability. Survivors are urged to reach out to the National Sexual Assault Hotline for support.

Key facts

  • Two alumni from Interlochen Center for the Arts allege abuse by Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Allegations include sexual misconduct and assault.
  • Claims emerged during a two-year external investigation.
  • Investigation produced a 97-page report.
  • Dozens of alumni made allegations against 47 adults.
  • Incidents span from the 1950s to the 2010s.
  • Epstein was a benefactor of the school.
  • Report is part of a broader history of abuse at the institution.

Entities

Institutions

  • Interlochen Center for the Arts
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline

Locations

  • Michigan
  • United States

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