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…
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A Sister’s Message from the Grave
I grew up in a rather large, dysfunctional family and am one of 5 daughters (my poor father right?). There is a 12 year difference between my oldest sister, who I will call “L”, and myself (I am the youngest). You can read a little more about the background that shaped me here: https://wp.me/paqIPF-7t I…
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…
Haunted: Absecon Lighthouse Atlantic City, NJ
New Jersey has over 200 miles of coastline that provide unique ecological riches, miles of sandy beaches, popular boardwalks and busy coastal waterways used by many including residents, tourists, fisherman and nature lovers. NJ is also home to beautiful barrier islands that are surrounded by the ocean, bays, and marshes. Dotted throughout this coastline are…
Haunted: Woodstown Tavern and Hotel – Woodstown, NJ
Here in New Jersey, the December days can be unpredictable – sometimes sunny and decent and other times cold, gray and miserable. Either way, the days are short and the nights long. That’s why we love to get out, take a drive and visit historic, haunted locations. Although I have lived in New Jersey basically…
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…
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…
The Phantom Session of the Senate
In the heart of Washington D.C., within the majestic halls of the United States Capitol, lies a lesser-known tale that whispers through the corridors when dusk settles and the public’s gaze turns elsewhere. This story involves the U.S. Senate Chamber, a place of heated debates and historic decisions, and an eerie event known as the…
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…