American Ghost Stories

Step back into the smoke and shadows, dear readers, as we set foot in one of America’s darkest corners – The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. Perched ominously in the heart of solemn West Virginia, it now dances a macabre two-step with thrill-seeking tourists. But it wasn’t always so. Whereas today it is a must-visit for seekers ...

In Savannah, a city of timeless magnificence with a rich historical backdrop, the supernatural permeates through the air. The city, heralded as one of America’s spookiest, is replete with tales of the macabre. Nestled among these tales is one particularly frosty narrative, which revolves around the famed 1790 Inn and Restaurant. Ladies and gentlemen, allow ...

In the heart of Albuquerque’s Old Town, shrouded in the misty glow of history, there once stood a place that whispered secrets through the walls and windows of La Hacienda Restaurant. Mary’s Secret Mary had been a part of this world, a young woman whose laughter mingled with the clinking of glasses and the murmur of conversation. ...

The tale of the Demon Cat. It is said that within the cold, echoing corridors of this architectural marvel, an ominous presence lurks, waiting to reveal itself in times of great turmoil. On a still night, when the wind whispers secrets through the city streets, the Capitol seems to breathe with a life of its own. ...

Greetings, fiendish friends and fright enthusiasts! Today we delve into the eerie corners of Brookhaven, Mississippi, where Edgewood Mansion on Storm Avenue hides secrets that will make your spines tingle and your laughter echo in the halls of the afterlife. A Haunting at Edgewood Mansion Located in the heart of Brookhaven, Edgewood Mansion is not your average ...

’s most infamous hauntings. Background The story originates on a secluded farm near Clarksville, Tennessee, where the Bell family first encountered a spectral presence in the early 19th century. Initiated in 1817, the disturbances began subtly: inexplicable noises at odd hours, disembodied voices echoing in the stillness, and mysterious shadows that danced along the walls of the ...

’s Tavern, now houses the restless spirit of Jerusha Howe, a tale that has been passed down through generations. Upon entering the room, visitors are immediately enveloped in an aura of ancient mystery. The walls, thick and worn, speak of the countless stories that have been told and secrets that have been kept. The air is ...

Louis Congo served as an executioner in New Orleans, a role that is as enigmatic as it is controversial. His life, steeped in mystery and shrouded by historic duty, has inspired legends that continue to fascinate locals and historians alike. His role in the city’s history is marked by the dark responsibility of carrying out ...

Previously: ‘Crimson Room’ And Toshimitsu Takagi’s Colorful Room Escape Games. If you were online in the mid-to-late 2000s, you’ll probably remember a lot of horror content bopping around the internet aimed at blurring the lines between fantasy and reality. This, you’ll recall, was when Slenderman first reared his faceless head on the Something Awful forums; it ...

Previously: “On The Bus.” This week, a gruesome little tale that’s equal parts detective story and cosmic horror yarn: The creepypasta “Anatomy Of Apartment 11A.” Written by Mak Ralston (who, you might recall, also penned the terrific “Ears,” which we took a look at during the Halloween season in 2023) and posted to the Creepypasta ...

Previously: El Juego De La Ventana. How much do you know about music boxes? Me, I was surprised to find that they’re a more recent invention than I would have thought: The earliest music box is thought to have been created around the 1770s in Switzerland. I was, however, not surprised to find that there’s ...

Across history artists have painted scenes that tell stories of spirituality, mythology, and even moments of strange and unexplained phenomena. While today’s UFO sightings are often caught on camera some UFO enthusiasts believe that evidence of extraterrestrial encounters and UFO’s are recorded in centuries-old art. Strange orbs, beams of light and strange objects appear in several ...

Previously: The Yellow Pen And White Paper Game. Today, we’re looking at another Japanese ritual game that reportedly teaches you how to go to another world. It’s sometimes referred to as the White Wall Game, mostly because, well… that’s the key item you use to make it all happen: A plain, white wall. The oldest version ...

Previously: Mercy Brown, Vampire. What’s the best way to make sure library books make it back onto the shelves from whence they came? Fines? Late fees? Chaining books to the shelves so they can’t leave in the first place? I mean, sure, all of those strategies have been used in the past (yes, including the ...

Ah, Jeffrey Dahmer, the man whose name alone sends a chill down the spines of even the most hardened true crime aficionados. This notorious serial killer, who took the lives of 17 young men, also dabbled in cannibalism and necrophilia. Now, it seems, even his ghost refuses to rest in peace. Join us as we embark ...

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Step inside the haunted halls of Duluth’s infamous Glensheen Mansion, where opulent tapestries, lush gardens, and antique pomegranates set the stage for one of Minnesota’s most chilling murders. She was just a skeptic out for a scenic tour…until a strange figure in old-fashioned attire appeared in the corner of the The post The Ghostly Heiress ...

When a home has sheltered multiple generations, it often becomes more than just a house—it becomes an extension of the family. It holds memories, energy, and sometimes even spirits that linger long after loved ones have passed. From footsteps in empty rooms to eerie shadows and an overpowering energy, this The post Generations of Ghosts ...

When Aaron agreed to bring supplies to a mysterious man camping deep in the East Tennessee woods, he never expected the stranger would show up on his doorstep, soaked to the bone, in the dead of night. With no clue how the man found his home, Aaron’s concern turned to The post Knock Knock… Ghost? ...

The Tower of London is steeped in history and haunted by the spirits of those who met their tragic fates within its walls. From the headless ghost of Anne Boleyn to the eerie cries of the two young princes, the Tower’s dark past seems forever tied to the present.  In The post The Tower of ...

Caitlin from Kentucky shares one of her most chilling encounters as a psychic medium—one that started with a seemingly innocent ghostly child and spiraled into something far more sinister. What began as a drive to see a movie soon revealed a malevolent spirit that would stop at nothing to get The post The Boy Who ...