5 Extremely Haunted Places to visit in the Northeast
The Northeast region of the United States has many haunted places to visit due to the large number of tragic historic events that occurred there over time.
These states were home to some of the earliest European settlements. Those who lived there had strong traditions linked to folklore, superstitions, and ghost stories that have been passed down for generations.
Along with these factors that would influence haunting tales, there were several key historic events that occurred in these states ending in cruelty, malice, and tragic death. All of these are all key elements known to draw in evil spirits.
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Top 5 Haunted Places to Visit in Northeast America
Gettysburg
Gettysburg, PA is considered to be haunted mainly because of the intense loss of life during what is known as the bloodiest battle of the Civil War. The Battle of Gettysburg left behind deep, emotional scars that wrecked the townspeople for many years afterward. Today, the sites nearby the epic battle are considered to be haunted by those who lost their lives during the three-day battle that changed the course of history.
Jennie Wade House
July 1st, 1863, marked the beginning of the bloodiest battle fought on U.S. soil. The Union and Confederate armies battled for three days in Gettysburg during the Civil War. Buildings were converted into makeshift hospitals, bullets were flying into nearby homes, and locals were trying to assist the influx of wounded soldiers as well as the many dead bodies.
With the battle occurring so close to residential homes, even the civilians were not safe from harm and had to seek shelter anywhere they could find it.
On the third day of the battle, around 8:30 a.m., Mary Virginia “Jennie” Wade, a 20-year-old girl born in Gettysburg, was kneading dough in the kitchen of her sister’s home, preparing bread to feed the Union soldiers. A stray bullet from the battle flew through the kitchen door, striking Jennie in the chest and killing her. She was the only civilian who was killed during the battle.
Today, the home where this tragic event took place is a tourist destination and museum known as the Jennie Wade House. The same hardwood flooring from 1863 is still intact and still has the blood stains on it from when Jennie was shot. Many say that the building is haunted, and there is even video evidence inside the Jennie Wade House proving the existence of a supernatural entity inside.
There are also two recordings playing that offer even more evidence that someone is lurking within the shadows. Many believe that it is the ghost of Jennie clinging to the past and refusing to let go of the life that was so viciously stolen from her.
Mount Saint Mary’s College
Mount Saint Mary’s College, located in the Catoctin Mountains in a town known as Emmitsburg, not far from Gettysburg, may have been away from the battlefields, but it has a dark presence within that has inspired many tales of ghosts and hauntings.
The college was established in 1808 and founded by Father John DuBois, who sought refuge in Emmitsburg. He built a church and boarding school there that became the foundation for the college that stands there today. Mount Saint Mary’s is the second-oldest Catholic college and seminary in the United States and has played a vital part in the local religious and educational history.
For many years, this university has been linked to several hauntings and unusual occurrences. Some stories date back to the days of the Civil War. There have been reports of people seeing the ghosts of soldiers roaming the campus, as well as the spirits of priests and nuns who once taught and lived at the school. There have even been reports of people seeing an Addams Family-esque phantom hand.
Buildings on campus such as Bradley Hall and Brute Hall are well-known for supernatural activity, and the frequent reports from these locations help keep the urban legends alive for this historic college making it one of the most haunted places to visit.
Baltimore
The City of Baltimore is considered to be haunted because of the tragic events that happened there and its historic architecture. Because of its links to maritime life, there are many stories associated with sailors, haunted boarding houses, and haunted lighthouses.
The Horse You Came in On
Located in the Fells Point area of Baltimore, the 244-year-old bar known as “The Horse You Came In On” has had its fair share of hauntings over the years. This bar dates back to 1776 and, as expected, has a long history filled with mischief and mayhem. There’s an old rumor that Edgar Allan Poe had his last drink here before passing away just down the street. And there’s still an entryway to a speakeasy that was open during the days of prohibition.
This historic establishment is known throughout the country by experts in the supernatural. They say that a lot of people in the know do not want to stay inside the bar all alone.
Lights have been known to turn off and on by themselves, as well as TVs and other electronics. A patron said they walked by the bar one night as an empty glass was sitting there, and it suddenly shattered all on its own out of nowhere. An employee who also witnessed the event told him that the same thing happened to him the night before.
Customers and staff have also witnessed seeing apparitions of spirits inside the bar. Some have reported seeing the image of other people behind them while looking in the mirror. And one customer even said he heard a voice saying, “you can’t be in here; we’re not open yet,” when no one else was around.
Point Lookout Lighthouse
One of the most popular and the most haunted sites inside of Point Lookout State Park in Maryland is the Point Lookout Lighthouse. This lighthouse is located on the southernmost point of Scotland, MD, and served as a beacon for more than 135 years until the navy purchased it in 1965. After that, an automated light was placed in an area offshore, and the historic lighthouse was no longer used.
One of the reasons why so many people believe this old structure is haunted is because the lighthouse was built on the same land as an old prison where Confederate soldiers were held captive. Thousands of soldiers died there while confined to a prison camp during the Civil War. It’s been said that now the lighthouse is home to many restless spirits of the former soldiers who like to haunt the area.
When the USS Tulip exploded off the coast of Point Lookout in 1864, 47 men were killed. And in 1878, a ship tragically overturned during a massive storm. Ever since then, the ghost of the second mate has warned those at the lighthouse of any incoming storms.
Annapolis
The City of Annapolis is considered to be haunted due to its history of many horrific and traumatizing events. Key events in history, such as the Revolutionary War, as well as disease, slavery, and other unfortunate incidents, have cast a dark shadow over this town, causing several locations to be haunted by vengeful spirits.
Two of the most haunted places to visit while staying in Annapolis include the Middleton Tavern and the James Brice House.
Middleton Tavern
The Middleton Tavern is one of the oldest buildings in Annapolis and the first business in town to serve as a bar and later converted into an Inn.
There is an old ghost tale about a ghost who frequented the top floor of the bar as well as the fireplace area. The ghost is named Marty, and any time he is around, you can expect some strange things to happen.
In the mid-1990s, a séance was held there with a medium who was able to contact the spirit of a man named Roland Johnston. He was a middle-aged man who dressed in fine clothing and smoked cigars. The medium said he admitted being responsible for some of the hauntings and simply told her he liked to scare people.
Visitors of the Inn have witnessed smelling cigar smoke when no one was around. Bartenders have felt a hand on their own while making a drink that was later pushed over. Glasses have been known to fall off the shelves, wine bottles would be knocked over, and electronics will often go haywire without warning.
James Brice House
One of the largest and most elaborate homes in the state of Maryland is the James Brice House. This is where many chilling ghost tales first began in Annapolis. This house located in downtown Annapolis offers a glimpse into what it was like to be from the elite class during colonial times.
Construction began on the home in 1767 and took nearly seven years to complete. The home belonged to James Brice, a prominent figure in colonial Annapolis. He was the city’s mayor and then later became the governor of Maryland.
He owned 1,700 acres of land that was tended to by his 28 slaves. Before getting into politics, Brice served as a colonel in the Maryland militia during the Revolutionary War. He married his wife, Juliana Jennings, in 1781, and they had five children together.
It’s been said that there are ten different spirits inside the John Brice Home, and they are believed to be members of the Brice family. After all the members of the family passed away, the house was sold to William Martin, who heard that the Brice family had hidden treasures all throughout the house. Martin found a secret door in his basement, but the dark lower portion of the house didn’t contain beautiful jewels. Instead, it was filled with an obscenely frightening sight.
Behind the secret door that Martin found were the remains of a young woman who had been dead for several years. There were scratch marks on the wall, which led to the belief that the family was hiding a secret member, known as the “crying girl.” It is believed that she was one of the Brice’s children who suffered from mental illness and was kept in the basement out of fear of her damaging his reputation.
But that’s not the only tragic story to come from the Brice’s home regarding their children. Tomas Brice, James’ son, was found stabbed to death by a fire poker in the library. Years later, his murder still remains a mystery, but there are many who believe his ghost haunts the house. His ghost is often seen in the library or in one of the larger bedrooms at night, doomed to linger at the house until he can avenge his death.
The best way to learn all about Annapolis’ haunted history and delve deep into its dark side is to join a local Annapolis ghost tour.
Salem
Salem, MA is a well-known haunted city in the northeast, mainly because of the Witch Trials that were held there in 1692. During the trials, 19 people who were accused of practicing witchcraft were executed by hanging. There were also many others who were imprisoned. The history of the public executions and all the suffering as a result of the trials has left a mark on the city that will never truly fade away.
The Witch House
The Witch House is one of the most popular places to visit for those who are infatuated by the events of the Salem Witch Trials. It is the only structure that is still standing with ties to the historic event, and it was once the home of Judge Jonathan Corwin, who was the judge for the trials.
It has been said that the home is marked by the “Corwin Curse” that is because by 1718, eight members of the family were lost to premature death, which ended up crippling the Corwin family estate.
The historic home is tied to tragedy, terror, and tall tales. There have been numerous reports of supernatural activity occurring there, such as hearing disembodied voices and objects moving on their own. Staff members who care for the home have witnessed doors opening and closing on their own, and pictures falling off the wall simultaneously. There have also been some reports of visitors feeling a chilling sensation in different areas of the home.
The Lowell Cemetery
The Lowell Cemetery was established in 1841 and spans 85 acres. It is the final resting place for many notable citizens of Salem, including artists, industrialists, and civic leaders.
Those who visit the cemetery will often report strange and unusual occurrences happening, such as seeing mysterious shadows, hearing unexplained whispers, and feeling cold gusts that move across the grounds. The cemetery may have an enchanting setting with plenty of history, but it still has a very dark and eerie feel to it.
There are several accounts from visitors and caretakers of the grave sites who have claimed to see spectral figures, feel sudden drops in temperature, and hear unexplained noise. Shadowy footsteps will appear between the gravestones and vanish as quickly as you see them. But the most frequent apparition at the Lowell Cemetery is the Lady in White. This spirit glides silently past you and the monuments in the twilight. Witnesses have described her as
New York City
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New York City has a long history of tragedy, violence, conflict, and disasters. This has led to several places throughout the Big Apple being haunted by dark spirits. Some of the key tragic events are the battles of the Revolutionary War, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire, and the old buildings that have haunted pasts, such as the infamous House of Death.
House of Death
Widely known as the most haunted building in the city, the House of Death, located near Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village has a sinister reputation that has not faded away over the years. This 19th century building got its name after the strange occurrences and violent deaths that occurred there.
There has also been an unheard-of amount of paranormal activity reported at this location. Among those who have lived at the House of Death is the legendary author, Mark Twain. It’s been said that his ghost still resides there, and he’s been seen in his signature white suit smoking a cigar. There have been at least two violent deaths occur at this location, one being the horrid murder of a six-year-old girl named Lisa, who was assaulted and killed by her foster father, Joel Steinberg. There was also a murder-suicide that took place in the town house recently in 2025.
Fort Wadsworth
Fort Wadsworth is a military post located in Staten Island and is considered to be a haunted location where visitors have seen ghostly figures and heard strange noises. There are many ghost tales and urban legends associated with this location thanks to its long history of being associated with the military. It is a spooky and unsettling area that is home to several abandoned tunnels.
It was built in 1636 and is believed to be the longest continually manned military installation in the United States. Over the years it was used as a prime defensive location during the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. It was officially closed in 1994.
Many of those who have visited Fort Wadsworth say they have seen apparitions of soldiers walking through the walls. Others have seen ghosts traveling through moving vehicles and have spotted fallen soldiers appearing in the field on the property who quickly disappear from sight a few seconds later.
Extremely Haunted Places to Visit in the Northeast
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