What Haunts Loftus Hall in County Wexford, Ireland?
Built all the way back in 1170, it’s no surprise there are legends of ghosts and demons lurking in Loftus Hall. But this mansion in County Wexford, Ireland has a devilish story for the origin of its ghosts.
The Haunted Teatro Tapia in San Juan, Puerto Rico
The Teatro Alejandro Tapia y Rivera building was first built in 1824 with a capacity of around 700 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. With its long history it’s no surprise many claim ghostly figures still perform there.
Dead Woman’s Crossing at Weatherford, Oklahoma
In 1905 Katie DeWitt James met Franny Norton on a train before getting off at Weatherford, Oklahoma. The following day Katie DeWitt was murdered but her spirit is said to still haunt the area, today known as Dead Woman’s Crossing
The Hull House Haunting of Chicago, IL
In 1856 a mansion was constructed, later becoming the Hull House settlement home. But just a few years after tragedy would strike the home. Many deaths and rumors of ghosts plagued it's history including one of a demon child locked away in the attic
The Hoosac Tunnel of North Adams, Massachusetts
Before it’s construction began in 1851, The Hoosac Tunnel was nicknamed “The Great Bore” by its critics but by the time it was completed in 1873, it had earned a new nickname, “The Bloody Pit”
What Haunts Riverdale Road in Colorado?
Called the most haunted road in the U.S, Riverdale Road sits between Thornton and Brighton and is home to a phantom Camaro, a vengeful spirit, witches, and even the gates of Hell. But which of these stories actually have a basis in truth?
The Lost Lady at the Haunted Athens Asylum, Ohio
On January 12th, 1979 Athens Asylum patient Margaret Shilling’s body was finally found after missing for 6 weeks. According to legend her grief and fear of impending death left a curse where her body once laid.
The Platte River Ship of Death, Wyoming
Legends say in the late morning along the Platte River a strange mist might appear bringing a ghost ship with an undead crew and a deadly premonition.
The 13 Lost Souls of the Joelma Building, São Paulo, Brazil
In 1948 a horrific murder shocked Sao Paulo, known as "The Crime of the Pit". The neighborhood became known as "The Home of the Devil" and decades later another terrible tragedy would be blamed on the curse.
The Haunted Phelps Mansion, Stratford, Connecticut
During the height of the spiritualism movement, a reverend Eliakim Phelps moved his family to a new home in Stratford, Connecticut. Intrigued by the idea of talking to the dead with seances, Phelps decided to give it a try. The act opened the door to the other side, allowing spirits to inhabit his home and target his children.
The Terror on The Parrier and Ivan Vassili, Russian Ghost Ship
On April 21st, 1907 the Chicago Tribune published a story of a Russian steamer called The Parrier docked off the coast of Santa Monica, California. The crew aboard the ship had been attacked by some unseen force driving them mad forcing them to take their own lives or that of their crewmates.
Who Are the Ghosts of Jerome, Arizona?
Considered one of the most haunted towns in the United States, Jerome, Arizona has had a troubled past. A town dependent on the mining of copper in the 88 miles beneath the dirt roads it has had far too many fires, explosions, accidents, and deaths. Today it seems there's a ghost at every corner and a haunted location at every end of the street.
The Dog Suicide Bridge in Dumbarton, Scotland
In Dumbarton, Scotland there is a small bridge over a 50-foot drop where dogs have an uncontrollable urge to jump to the rocky areas below. No one knows why, but legends say the area is a “thin place” a location where the veil between heaven and earth is the thinnest.
Spirits of St. Katherine's Abbey in County Limerick, Ireland
St. Katherine's Abbey in County Limerick is home to two stories of spirits, one a sad tale of accidental death and the other of a nun who lost her way and turned to black magic.
The Monster at 50 Berkeley Square
Regarded as the most haunted townhouse in London, 50 Berkeley Square is home to tales of ghosts and monsters, the sights of which drive many insane before their deaths just days later. Today we'll look at the stories and history of what truly resides at 50 Berkeley Square in Mayfair, London.
The Devil’s Pool, Queensland, Australia
In the Boulders Scenic Reserve there's a cursed area haunted by the spirit of an ancient aboriginal woman. Torn from her true love, she lives beneath the surface waiting for him to return.
The Ghosts of Mortemer Abbey of Normandy, France
An ancient monastery in Normandy known as Mortemer Abbey is considered one of the most haunted places in France. Today we look at the three most prominent ghost stories surrounding the grounds and try to find any truth behind the legends.