Haunted PA
Pennsylvania has America's most famous battlefield and one of its most influential prisons, and both are central to the state's ghost stories.
Former prison Philadelphia, PA
Opened in 1829, Eastern State pioneered solitary confinement and held inmates until 1971. Visitors and staff report faces, footsteps and voices in the crumbling cellblocks, and the site hosts a large Halloween attraction.
Visiting: Historic site with daily tours and a seasonal Halloween event; check the official site.Official site →
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Battlefield Gettysburg, PA
The Battle of Gettysburg, July 1–3, 1863, was the largest battle of the Civil War. Visitors report phantom soldiers, gunfire and the smell of smoke at places such as Devil's Den and Little Round Top.
Visiting: National Park Service site with a museum and visitor center; check the park website for hours.Official site →
Historic inn Gettysburg, PA
The oldest part of the house dates to 1810, and its brick walls still bear bullet marks from the 1863 battle, when Confederate sharpshooters used it. Guests report footsteps, a child's presence and soldiers in the cellar.
Visiting: Bed and breakfast and restaurant offering ghost walks and paranormal events; check the official site.Official site →
Ghost stories are shared as folklore. Hours, tours and access change — always check with the site before you go, and never enter private or closed property.
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