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Below is a list of some of the most notorious haunted locations in New Bedford, Massachusetts. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in Massachusetts, Click Here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!!
And be sure to also check out my spooky YouTube Video I made to go along with this Blog: #1 - Bristol County Jail House
Coordinates: 41.633503°, -70.934451°
Location Address: 226 Ash Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts, 02740 Sometimes referred to simply as the Ash Street Jail, the Bristol County Jail House in New Bedford, Massachusetts was constructed in 1888, and is one of the oldest operating prisons in the United States. Due to unsafe and unsanitary living conditions, the old jail has been the subject of numerous human rights lawsuits, as well as the site of two violent riots during the 1990's. The suspected ax-murderer Lizzie Borden was also held at the location for a short period while awaiting trial in June of 1893. The Bristol County Jail House is said to be haunted by the spirits of former inmates who were executed, committed suicide, or otherwise died tragic and violent deaths. Prisoners and guards at the old jailhouse report witnessing apparitions and shadow figures, and feeling the presence of an unseen entity lurking nearby. Others have reported waking up with sleep paralysis, or feeling as if an invisible force is holding them down. #2 - New Bedford Armory
Coordinates: 41.641461°, -70.928156°
Location Address: 5 Sycamore Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts, 02740 The New Bedford Armory in New Bedford, Massachusetts was constructed in 1903 for use by a local militia called the New Bedford City Guards, which later became part of the United States Army National Guard. The location was abandoned in 2004, and has remained vacant ever since. Sometimes referred to simply as "The Castle," the old building is said to be haunted by the ghost of a National Guardsman who committed suicide in the gymnasium. Urban explorers investigating the old armory often report witnessing the former soldier's shadowy apparition, as well as feeling the presence of an unseen entity, or experiencing other unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as sudden cold spots or drops in temperature. Passersby walking outside the building late at night have also reported witnessing a man's silhouette staring at them from the vacant armory window. Some members of the Army National Guard who were previously stationed at the New Bedford Armory have even reported being pushed or physically assaulted by a ghostly entity, or witnessing a cloaked, shadowy figure that disappears when approached by the living. The New Bedford Armory was featured in an episode of the popular television series Ghost Hunters, where members of The Atlantic Paranormal Society (or T.A.P.S.) allegedly captured video evidence of a foggy apparition in the building's gymnasium. At the same time, former T.A.P.S. member Frank DeAngelis reported feeling a spiritual entity pass through him and was knocked to the ground. The encounter allegedly frightened Mr. DeAngelis so badly that he resigned from the Ghost Hunters crew shortly after. #3 - Zeiterion Theatre & Performing Arts Center
Coordinates: 41.633090°, -70.925236°
Location Address: 684 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts, 02740 The Zeiterion Theatre was constructed in 1923 by a New Bedford man named Barney Zeitz, who committed suicide in the theater's projection room in 1946. Since his death, guests and employees at the old theater have reported witnessing the apparition of a man matching Mr. Zeitz's description, as well as feeling sudden cold spots, and experiencing feelings of being watched by an unseen entity. For additional information, or to see my complete list of folklore tales and haunted locations in Massachusetts, click here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!! Thanks for reading!! If you liked this post, be sure to leave a comment below, and be sure to check out more of my creepy videos and other content here and on YouTube!! Coming soon to your town... 
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Below is a list of some of the most notorious haunted locations in Nantucket, Massachusetts. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in Massachusetts, Click Here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!!
And be sure to also check out my spooky YouTube Video I made to go along with this Blog: #1 - Jared Coffin House
Coordinates: 41.285100°, -70.100748°
Location Address: 29 Broad Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554 The Jared Coffin House in Nantucket, Massachusetts was constructed in 1845 by a wealthy sea captain and shipbuilder named Jared Coffin. It is famous for being the first mansion ever built on the island of Nantucket, and was obtained by the Nantucket Historical Society in the early 1960's. The old mansion is said to be haunted by the spirit of an elderly man, whose apparition is seen sitting in a rocking chair near the fireplace by employees and guests. Many speculate that the man's spirit is that of the late Jared Coffin who passed away in 1860, however many historians note that Mr. Coffin and his wife sold the mansion in 1846 and never returned. Another spirit said to haunt the Jared Coffin House is that of a young Puritan woman whose apparition is said to harass unwed couples who stay in the same room together overnight, as well as the spirit of an unidentified young girl. Guests staying at the Jared Coffin House often report witnessing these apparitions late at night, as well as experiencing other unexplained paranormal activity, such as objects moving by themselves, or being woken in the night by a shadowy figure standing over the bed. #2 - The Chicken Box
Coordinates: 41.272801°, -70.091730°
Location Address: 16 Daves Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554 Established in the early 1900's, The Chicken Box in Nantucket, Massachusetts is an internationally famous restaurant known for hosting jazz, blues, and reggae performances. According to legend, the location was used as a speakeasy and hideout for bootleggers during the American Alcohol Prohibition in the 1920's and 1930's. Employees and customers at The Chicken Box often report seeing the spirits of a group of men dressed in 1920's-style clothing who appear to be dragging a large wooden chest from the restaurant. Many speculations exist about the contents of the phantom chest, however those who witness the men's apparitions report that they quickly vanish when approached. #3 - The Nantucket Hotel & Resort
Coordinates: 41.287749°, -70.100959°
Location Address: 77 Easton Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554 The Nantucket Hotel & Resort in Nantucket, Massachusetts was constructed in 1890 as Breeze Point Club & Resort, and is said to be haunted by several unidentified spirits. Employees at the historic hotel often report witnessing the apparitions of men and women dressed in clothing from a bygone era, while others report experiencing other unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as hearing disembodied voices and feeling the presence of an unseen entity. Although many guests have reported encountering apparitions at The Nantucket Hotel & Resort, the reason for their presence is unknown. #4 - The Wauwinet Hotel
Coordinates: 41.329338°, -69.996984°
Location Address: 120 Wauwinet Road, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02584 The Wauwinet Hotel in Nantucket, Massachusetts was constructed in 1875, and is said to be haunted by the spirit of an unidentified woman whose apparition is often accompanied by the scent of flowery perfume. Guests staying at the old hotel also report hearing disembodied footsteps, voices, and laughter, as well as experiencing other unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as lights flickering, and electronic devices turning on and off by themselves. Many Nantucket locals even claim that The Wauwinet Hotel is constructed over the site of an ancient Native American burial ground, however no historical evidence exists to verify these claims. #5 - Unitarian Universalist Church
Coordinates: 41.282347°, -70.099078°
Location Address: 11 Orange Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts, 02554 The Unitarian Universalist Church in Nantucket, Massachusetts was constructed in 1810 as the Second Congregational Meeting House Society. The historic church is said to be haunted by the spirit of a man named Seth Freeman Swift, who served as the congregation's first minister from 1810 until 1833. Since his death, churchgoers have reported encountering the spirit of a man matching Mr. Swift's description, especially in the church's bell tower. Employees working at the old church at night also report hearing the sounds of disembodied footsteps and banging coming from empty areas, or feeling the presence of an unseen entity. Others claim that the ghost of Seth Freeman Swift sometimes appears to discipline children who misbehave during church services. For additional information, or to see my complete list of folklore tales and haunted locations in Massachusetts, click here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!! Thanks for reading!! If you liked this post, be sure to leave a comment below, and be sure to check out more of my creepy videos and other content here and on YouTube!! Coming soon to your town...
Below is a list of some of the most notorious haunted locations in Marblehead, Massachusetts. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in Massachusetts, Click Here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!!
And be sure to also check out this spooky YouTube Video I made to go along with this Blog: #1 - Ft. Sewall
Coordinates: 42.508554°, -70.841549°
Location Address: 8 Fort Sewall Lane, Marblehead, Massachusetts, 01945 Ft. Sewall in Marblehead, Massachusetts was constructed in 1742 by British military forces, and is renowned as being one of the oldest coastal fortifications in the United States. It was rebuilt in 1775 to include a cell block for captured prisoners of war, and saw heavy use during the American Revolution, War of 1812, and Civil War. In 1922, the location was given to the town of Marblehead, and is now used as a walking park by residents. Those walking at Ft. Sewall at night often report witnessing apparitions and spectral figures, believed to be former prisoners of war who were executed. Paranormal investigators at the old fortress also report hearing the sounds of disembodied voices, as well as detecting high levels of electromagnetic energy, despite the location having no electricity. Ft. Sewall was added to the National Register of Historic Places in April of 1975. #2 - Lovis Cove
Coordinates: 42.507794°, -70.843281°
Location Address: Front Street, Marblehead, Massachusetts, 01945 Sometimes referred to as Screeching Lady Beach, Lovis Cove in Marblehead, Massachusetts is said to be haunted by the spirit of a wealthy woman who was kidnapped and murdered by pirates during the late 1600's. The woman and several other colonists were kidnapped and brought aboard the pirates' ship, where they were beaten, and their belongings confiscated. One woman escaped and swam back to shore, but was recaptured shortly after. According to legend, she wore an expensive emerald ring on her hand, which had become swollen while she swam to shore through the cold Atlantic waters. After struggling for several minutes to remove the ring the buccaneers instead decided to cut the woman's hand off, and left her on the shoreline to die. Ever since, Marblehead residents have reported witnessing the woman's spectral apparition at Lovis Cove at night, as well as hearing the disembodied sounds of her dying screams. Over the years, the woman's name was forgotten, but she has since been given the nickname: "The Screeching Lady of Lovis Cove." #3 - Old Burial Hill Cemetery
Coordinates: 42.510482°, -70.846370°
Location Address: Pond Street & Orne Street, Marblehead, Massachusetts, 01945 The Old Burial Hill Cemetery in Marblehead, Massachusetts is a historic Puritan burial ground established in 1638. The location is believed to be haunted by the spirit of a woman named Wilmot Redd and seven other men and women who were hanged on September 22, 1692 after being accused of practicing Witchcraft. With her dying breath, Wilmot Redd cursed the town of Marblehead, shouting "this town shall burn!" The alleged witches' bodies were later cut down and laid in a nearby ditch where they were buried in a mass grave. Visitors at the old cemetery report witnessing shadow figures and apparitions, as well as hearing the sounds of disembodied voices, footsteps, and screams. Others report feeling sudden cold spots, or feelings of being watched by an unseen entity. The Old Burial Hill Cemetery is renowned for its diverse stone carvings and Puritan headstones, as well as being mentioned in H.P. Lovecraft's short story, The Festival. The scenic burial ground was also used as a filming location in Disney's 1993 film, Hocus Pocus. For additional information, or to see my complete list of folklore tales and haunted locations in Massachusetts, click here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!! Thanks for reading!! If you liked this post, be sure to leave a comment below, and be sure to check out more of my creepy videos and other content here and on YouTube!! Coming soon to your town...
Below is a list of some of the most notorious haunted locations in Lynn, Massachusetts. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in Massachusetts, Click Here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!!
And be sure to also check out my spooky YouTube Video I made to go along with this Blog: #1 - Dungeon Rock
Coordinates: 42.483707°, -70.983662°
Location Address: Dungeon Road, Lynn, Massachusetts, 01905 In 1658, a group of buccaneers docked in the town of Lynn, Massachusetts, bringing with them a large treasure chest filled with silver coins. Four men were sent ashore to bury the chest in the densely forested area now known as the Lynn Woods Reservation. It's said that the men were apprehended and killed by British soldiers except for one man named Thomas Veal, who escaped with the treasure into the nearby woods. Mr. Veal took refuge in a cave, now known as Dungeon Rock, where he lived until an earthquake caused a large boulder to fall at the entrance, burying him alive. Ever since, townsfolk have told stories of witnessing the spirit of Thomas Veal, who allegedly remains at Dungeon Rock to prevent trespassers from discovering the location of his hidden treasure. In 1852, a man named Hiram Marble purchased several acres of land surrounding the location of Dungeon Rock with the intention of finding the hidden treasure. Over the years, the man began to believe that he was communicating with the ghost of Thomas Veal, who he claimed was trying to show him where the forgotten treasure was buried. Hiram Marble passed away in 1868, at which point his son Edwin continued the search until his death in 1880. Those visiting Dungeon Rock at night report witnessing apparitions, as well as hearing the disembodied sounds of men's voices, pickaxes, and shovels. Others report witnessing the spirit of a man dressed in a red robe, however the reason for the presence of this apparition is unknown. #2 - Julia F. Callahan School
Coordinates: 42.467374°, -70.984409°
Location Address: 200 O'Callaghan Way, Lynn, Massachusetts, 01905 The Julia F. Callahan School in Lynn, Massachusetts is said to be haunted by the spirit of Mrs. Julia Callahan, who passed away in 1952 after teaching for over 50 years. It's said that even in death she remains dedicated to her job, and continues to protect and watch over the school. Students and faculty members over the years have reported encountering a woman's spirit believed to be Mrs. Callahan, as well as hearing the sounds of disembodied footsteps and whistling in the hallways, and witnessing doors opening or closing by themselves. Others report feeling sudden cold spots and drops in temperature, as well as feeling the presence of an unseen entity nearby. Stories of the haunting at Julia F. Callahan School have been published in several local newspapers and passed down by students and faculty members for many years. #3 - Lynn English High School
Coordinates: 42.476721°, -70.943627°
Location Address: 50 Goodridge Street, Lynn, Massachusetts, 01902 Lynn English High School in Lynn, Massachusetts was constructed in 1932, and is rumored to be haunted by the spirit of a former teacher who allegedly passed away in the school's auditorium. Although many students claim to witness the teacher's spirit in the auditorium during plays and other performances, many speculate the story of the Lynn English High School haunting is merely an urban legend told to frighten students. #4 - Pine Grove Cemetery
Coordinates: 42.473421°, -70.959402°
Location Address: 145 Boston Street, Lynn, Massachusetts, 01904 Established in 1849, Pine Grove Cemetery in Lynn, Massachusetts spans 82 acres and hosts over 88,000 burial plots. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in June of 2014. Visitors at the old cemetery often report witnessing strange glowing orbs and apparitions at night, as well as hearing the sounds of disembodied voices and whispers. Others report encountering the spirit of a young girl skipping through the cemetery who vanishes when approached. Although many claim to report witnessing ghosts and apparitions at Pine Grove Cemetery, their identities are unknown. For additional information, or to see my complete list of folklore tales and haunted locations in Massachusetts, click here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!! Thanks for reading!! If you liked this post, be sure to leave a comment below, and be sure to check out more of my creepy videos and other content here and on YouTube!! Coming soon to your town...
Below is a list of some of the most notoriously haunted locations in Cambridge, Massachusetts. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in Massachusetts, Click Here. And if you liked this list, be sure to check out my new book, The Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide: Massachusetts, available on Amazon!!
And be sure to also check out my spooky YouTube Video I made to go along with this Blog: #1 - Café Luna Catering
Coordinates: 42.396004°, -71.128965°
Location Address: 2344 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02140 Employees working at Café Luna Catering in Cambridge, Massachusetts report witnessing shadow figures and other unidentified apparitions, as well as feeling the presence of an unseen entity, especially in the basement. The location was previously a coffee shop called Verna's Coffee & Donut Shop, which opened in 1951 and closed in 2016 due to financial issues. Previous employees at Verna's Coffee Shop have also reported experiencing paranormal activity, with many employees allegedly refusing to go into the basement alone. #2 - Cambridgeport Baptist Church
Coordinates: 42.358856°, -71.110908°
Location Address: 459 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139 Constructed during the 1800's as Emanuel Baptist Church, the Cambridgeport Baptist Church in Cambridge, Massachusetts is said to be haunted by the spirit of a woman named Ann Hopkins, who was burned at the stake for allegedly practicing witchcraft. According to legend, she placed a curse on the townsfolk with her final breath, saying, "the curse of fire shall be upon this spot forever!" In 1865 the Cambridgeport Baptist Church burned down in a mysterious fire, and in 1881 was devastated by fire again. According to an article published by The Boston Globe in March of 1881, townsfolk present during both fires reported hearing the sounds of disembodied moans and screams of agony that continued for weeks. Although skeptics at the time tried to debunk the paranormal activity at Cambridgeport Baptist Church, many claim that the vengeful spirit of Ann Hopkins still lingers at the location of her death. #3 - Cambridge Rindge & Latin School
Coordinates: 42.374404°, -71.111610°
Location Address: 459 Broadway, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02138 Also known as CRLS or simply Rindge School, the Cambridge Rindge & Latin School in Cambridge, Massachusetts was formed in 1977 with the merging of Rindge Technical School and Cambridge High & Latin School. It is said to be haunted by the spirit of an elderly man, whose apparition is seen by students in the area near the school's World War II memorial. Others report feeling unexplained cold spots and sudden drops in temperature, as well as feeling the presence of an unseen entity in certain areas. Although many report encountering the old man's ghost at the Cambridge Ridge & Latin School, the reason for his presence is unknown. #4 - Cambridge YMCA
Coordinates: 42.366823°, -71.106666°
Location Address: 820 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139 The Cambridge YMCA in Cambridge, Massachusetts is said to be haunted by the spirit of a man who passed away under mysterious circumstances in the old locker rooms downstairs. His ghost is now said to haunt the basement area where the locker rooms were once located. YMCA members report witnessing the apparition of a man in the basement who appears to be glowing bright green, while others exercising in the basement area report feeling a strange presence, as if an unseen entity is lurking just beyond sight. Although many have allegedly encountered the man's apparition, very little additional information is currently available regarding this alleged haunting.
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