FAQ About Nellie Bly
Where did Nellie Bly's undercover investigation take place?
Nellie Bly conducted her undercover investigation at the Women's Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell's Island, which is now known as Roosevelt Island, located in the East River of New York City. This location was notorious for its poor treatment of patients and harsh conditions, which were vividly detailed in Bly's exposé.
