Investigation revealed ‘devastating’ reports of sexual misconduct at school supported by Epstein
Summary
An investigation found many reports of sexual misconduct at Interlochen Center for the Arts, a Michigan school supported by Jeffrey Epstein, a known sex offender. The school uncovered allegations against nearly 50 faculty and staff members, including two involving Epstein’s inappropriate behavior.Key Facts
- Interlochen Center for the Arts hired a law firm in 2024 to investigate sexual abuse reports by faculty and staff.
- The investigation grew to include reports related to Jeffrey Epstein, who donated over $400,000 to the school.
- Two women said Epstein acted in a sexual way toward them while they were students, including one incident at a lodge named after him.
- The investigation collected 70 accounts of sexual misconduct by 47 staff members from the 1950s through the 2010s.
- The school removed Epstein’s name from the lodge after his 2008 sex offense conviction and later demolished the building.
- Interlochen shared the names of accused individuals with local authorities; none currently work at the school, and many are deceased.
- School leaders apologized to victims and stated that Interlochen now has strict safety policies and a changed culture.
- Jeffrey Epstein was a student at Interlochen in 1967 and played the bassoon.
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