Along the Antietam Creek in Maryland, there is preserved land that has witnessed so much pain, suffering, brutality and blood that it hurts the heart just to hear about it. The Battle of Antietam, also known as the Battle of Sharpsburg, was the bloodiest day in United States history, with over 22 thousand casualties in…
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St. Augustine Lighthouse – Haunted Tour
On the northeast coast of Florida is an enchanting historic city that is the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited settlement – St. Augustine. With its narrow cobblestone streets lined with buildings in a mix of architectural styles, sunshine and warm weather, beautiful beaches, and an incredible variety of unique places to eat and drink, St. Augustine…
Burlington County Prison Museum – Haunted Mt. Holly
HISTORY Mount Holly, NJ is a bustling small town full of character and history – and paranormal hot spots! Flowing through the town is a tributary of the Delaware River – the Rancocas Creek. The main thoroughfare – High Street – is filled with quant little shops and restaurants, including a micro-brewery that serves amazing…
Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum – Part 2
Weston is a remote, historic town in West Virginia – home to America’s largest, and the world’s 2nd largest, hand-cut stone masonry building, second only to The Kremlin. Formerly known as Weston State Hospital, this building has a disturbing history dating back to the 1860’s and is now known as Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. See…
Haunted: Jean Bonnet Tavern – Bedford, PA
Along the historic Lincoln Highway in Bedford, PA, there is an iconic fieldstone tavern that has been providing hospitality, spirits, food, and lodging since the 1760’s – the Jean Bonnet Tavern (also known as Old Fork’s Inn and Bonnet’s Tavern). Check it out here: https://www.jeanbonnettavern.com/ Prior to opening as a tavern, the property was used by…
The Villisca Axe Murder House: Where True Crime Meets the Paranormal
On the night of June 9, 1912, in the small town of Villisca, Iowa, a chilling crime unfolded that would echo through time, not just in the annals of true crime, but in the realm of the paranormal. Here’s a look into this haunting intersection: The Crime: -Eight people, including six children, were brutally murdered…
Today in History: November 19th
November 19th has been a day marked by several significant events throughout history. Here are some notable occurrences: Historical Events: –November 19, 1493: Christopher Columbus went ashore on the island he named San Juan Bautista (later renamed Puerto Rico) during his second voyage to the New World. –November 19, 1620: The Mayflower, sailing from Plymouth,…
Kinkora Branch Railroad
The Kinkora Branch Railroad: A Journey Through Industrial History In the heart of Burlington County, New Jersey, lies a lesser-known but fascinating piece of railroad history—the Kinkora Branch. This short rail line, though small in length, played a significant role in the industrial development of the region and serves as a microcosm of America’s transportation…
Haunted Historic Whitehill Mansion – Paranormal and Spirits
Whitehill Mansion The Whitehill Mansion, in Fieldsboro New Jersey, is a local haunted historic jaunt that is rife with paranormal activity – one we have visited, toured and investigated for paranormal activity several times now. The beauty of this home and the history it has to share keeps drawing me back. This stately historic home,…
Haunted Historic Whitehill Mansion – Paranormal and Spirits Part 2
Whitehill Mansion – Paranormal and Spirits Part 2 The Whitehill Mansion is a local haunted historic jaunt for us – one we have visited, toured and investigated for paranormal activity many times. It’s beauty and history, as well as the Spirits contained within, are a draw I can’t resist. The original home on this property…