Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide:
Abilene, Texas
"The Key City"
Settled: 1881
Population: 123,420 (2019)
Counties: Jones County & Taylor County
Haunted Locations Documented: 8
Settled: 1881
Population: 123,420 (2019)
Counties: Jones County & Taylor County
Haunted Locations Documented: 8
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Historic Ft. Phantom Hill
"Fort Phantom Hill"
Coordinates: 32.642376°, -99.679019°
Location Address: 10818 FM600, Abilene, Texas
Ft. Phantom Hill in Abilene, Texas was constructed in 1851 to protect American pioneers from hostile Native American soldiers. It was originally known as "The Post of the Clear Fork of the Brazos," but was renamed Ft. Phantom Hill after guards stationed at the outpost allegedly began witnessing the ghostly figures of Native American warriors wandering the nearby plains. Ft. Phantom Hill was abandoned in 1854, and in 1858 was recommissioned for use as a waystation by mail carriers before being used as an outpost by Confederate soldiers during the American Civil War. The location was permanently abandoned during the 1890's and now serves as a museum, tourist attraction, and state historic site. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in September of 1972, and is renowned as being one of the most well preserved historic sites in the state of Texas. In addition to witnessing the spirits of former Native American tribesmen and women, locals also claim that Ft. Phantom Hill is haunted by the spirit of a young woman named Mona Bell, sometimes referred to as "The Lady In the Lake." According to legend, Mona arranged to meet her boyfriend at the small lake at Ft. Phantom Hill after he had been away fighting in World War II. When he signaled to Mona by flashing his car lights three times she got into the vehicle but was strangled to death by the man, who heard rumors that the young woman was having an affair while he was away at war. Those visiting Ft. Phantom Hill Lake at night now claim to witness the spirit of a young woman believed to be Mona, as well as experiencing other unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as car lights flickering, and other unexplained issues with electronic devices. Many who report encountering the spirit of The Lady In the Lake also note that she is often accompanied by a dense, supernatural fog.
Location Address: 10818 FM600, Abilene, Texas
Ft. Phantom Hill in Abilene, Texas was constructed in 1851 to protect American pioneers from hostile Native American soldiers. It was originally known as "The Post of the Clear Fork of the Brazos," but was renamed Ft. Phantom Hill after guards stationed at the outpost allegedly began witnessing the ghostly figures of Native American warriors wandering the nearby plains. Ft. Phantom Hill was abandoned in 1854, and in 1858 was recommissioned for use as a waystation by mail carriers before being used as an outpost by Confederate soldiers during the American Civil War. The location was permanently abandoned during the 1890's and now serves as a museum, tourist attraction, and state historic site. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in September of 1972, and is renowned as being one of the most well preserved historic sites in the state of Texas. In addition to witnessing the spirits of former Native American tribesmen and women, locals also claim that Ft. Phantom Hill is haunted by the spirit of a young woman named Mona Bell, sometimes referred to as "The Lady In the Lake." According to legend, Mona arranged to meet her boyfriend at the small lake at Ft. Phantom Hill after he had been away fighting in World War II. When he signaled to Mona by flashing his car lights three times she got into the vehicle but was strangled to death by the man, who heard rumors that the young woman was having an affair while he was away at war. Those visiting Ft. Phantom Hill Lake at night now claim to witness the spirit of a young woman believed to be Mona, as well as experiencing other unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as car lights flickering, and other unexplained issues with electronic devices. Many who report encountering the spirit of The Lady In the Lake also note that she is often accompanied by a dense, supernatural fog.
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Hotel Wooten Apartments
"The Hotel Wooten"
Coordinates: 32.451844°, -99.734526°
Location Address: 1102 N. 3rd Street, Abilene, Texas
The 16-story Hotel Wooten Apartments in Abilene, Texas were constructed in 1930 as the Hotel Wooten, which was renowned at the time of its construction as being the tallest building between El Paso and Ft. Worth. Due to the deteriorating nature of the building it was closed in the early 1960's, and reopened in 1963 as the Abilene Towers Apartments. Ever since, residents have reported encountering apparitions and spirits throughout the old building, such as one woman seen wearing old clothing from a bygone era who allegedly wanders the hallways at night, and a former bellhop who remains at the location for unknown reasons. Many also report experiencing other paranormal activity such as disembodied voices and whispers, and witnessing objects moving by themselves or being pushed from shelves and countertops by an unseen entity. On several occasions residents have even complained to management about hearing the sounds of ballroom music playing late at night, and loud voices which appear to be laughing and socializing, however no source for the noise is ever found. Between 2004 and 2005 the Abilene Towers Apartments were renovated and reopened as luxury apartments called the Hotel Wooten Apartments, and in 2008 was recognized as a Texas State Historic Site.
Location Address: 1102 N. 3rd Street, Abilene, Texas
The 16-story Hotel Wooten Apartments in Abilene, Texas were constructed in 1930 as the Hotel Wooten, which was renowned at the time of its construction as being the tallest building between El Paso and Ft. Worth. Due to the deteriorating nature of the building it was closed in the early 1960's, and reopened in 1963 as the Abilene Towers Apartments. Ever since, residents have reported encountering apparitions and spirits throughout the old building, such as one woman seen wearing old clothing from a bygone era who allegedly wanders the hallways at night, and a former bellhop who remains at the location for unknown reasons. Many also report experiencing other paranormal activity such as disembodied voices and whispers, and witnessing objects moving by themselves or being pushed from shelves and countertops by an unseen entity. On several occasions residents have even complained to management about hearing the sounds of ballroom music playing late at night, and loud voices which appear to be laughing and socializing, however no source for the noise is ever found. Between 2004 and 2005 the Abilene Towers Apartments were renovated and reopened as luxury apartments called the Hotel Wooten Apartments, and in 2008 was recognized as a Texas State Historic Site.
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Swenson House Historical Society
"The Swenson House"
Coordinates: 32.469568°, -99.741460°
Location Address: 1726 Swenson Street, Abilene, Texas
The Swenson House Historical Society in Abilene, Texas was constructed as a private residence in 1910 by a wealthy businessman named William Gray Swenson and his wife, Shirley. William Swenson was heavily involved in the development of the Abilene Street Railway Co., Citizens National Bank, Abilene Light Co., and other infrastructure projects which were deemed critical to the town's development and future success. Mr. Swenson passed away in August of 1969 at the age of 89, and Mrs. Swenson passed away several years later in 1974. The home remained in the Swenson family until 1986 when it was passed on to the Abilene Preservation League, which in 2018 became officially recognized as a nonprofit organization called the Swenson House Historical Society. The group now hosts guided tours of the location for guests, as well as other community events and seasonal gatherings such as ghost tours during Halloween, and winter holiday parties. The historic Swenson Home is also said to be haunted by the spirit of a woman in a long, grey dress believed to be the late Shirley Swenson, who is often seen by guests attending events at the building. Her ghost is described as being benevolent and peaceful, and is often blamed for a variety of unexplained paranormal phenomena such as lights flickering, electronic devices turning on and off by themselves, and doors which appear to be opened or closed by an unseen entity. The Swenson House was added to the National Register of Historic Places in December of 1987.
Location Address: 1726 Swenson Street, Abilene, Texas
The Swenson House Historical Society in Abilene, Texas was constructed as a private residence in 1910 by a wealthy businessman named William Gray Swenson and his wife, Shirley. William Swenson was heavily involved in the development of the Abilene Street Railway Co., Citizens National Bank, Abilene Light Co., and other infrastructure projects which were deemed critical to the town's development and future success. Mr. Swenson passed away in August of 1969 at the age of 89, and Mrs. Swenson passed away several years later in 1974. The home remained in the Swenson family until 1986 when it was passed on to the Abilene Preservation League, which in 2018 became officially recognized as a nonprofit organization called the Swenson House Historical Society. The group now hosts guided tours of the location for guests, as well as other community events and seasonal gatherings such as ghost tours during Halloween, and winter holiday parties. The historic Swenson Home is also said to be haunted by the spirit of a woman in a long, grey dress believed to be the late Shirley Swenson, who is often seen by guests attending events at the building. Her ghost is described as being benevolent and peaceful, and is often blamed for a variety of unexplained paranormal phenomena such as lights flickering, electronic devices turning on and off by themselves, and doors which appear to be opened or closed by an unseen entity. The Swenson House was added to the National Register of Historic Places in December of 1987.
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Taylor County Expo Center
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Location Address: Abilene, Texas
The Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene, Texas was constructed during the 1950's. Many claim to encounter the ghosts of a number of unidentified men and women, or experience other unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as hearing disembodied voices and footsteps. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Abilene, Texas
The Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene, Texas was constructed during the 1950's. Many claim to encounter the ghosts of a number of unidentified men and women, or experience other unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as hearing disembodied voices and footsteps. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Grace Museum
"The Grace Hotel"
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Location Address: Abilene, Texas
The Grace Museum in Abilene, Texas was constructed in 1909 as the Grace Hotel. It is said to be haunted by the ghosts of a number of former guests and employees, who are blamed for a variety of unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as doors opening and closing by themselves, and the sounds of disembodied voices and footsteps. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Abilene, Texas
The Grace Museum in Abilene, Texas was constructed in 1909 as the Grace Hotel. It is said to be haunted by the ghosts of a number of former guests and employees, who are blamed for a variety of unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as doors opening and closing by themselves, and the sounds of disembodied voices and footsteps. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Paramount Theatre
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Location Address: Abilene, Texas
The Paramount Theatre in Abilene, Texas was built in 1930, and is said to be haunted by several ghostly apparitions. Guests at the theater often report encountering the ghost of an elderly man smoking a cigar, whose presence is often accompanied by the unexplained scent of tobacco smoke, as well as the ghost of a woman in white who remains at the location for unknown reasons. Lastly, some claim that the projection booth is haunted by the ghost of a former employee who passed away. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Abilene, Texas
The Paramount Theatre in Abilene, Texas was built in 1930, and is said to be haunted by several ghostly apparitions. Guests at the theater often report encountering the ghost of an elderly man smoking a cigar, whose presence is often accompanied by the unexplained scent of tobacco smoke, as well as the ghost of a woman in white who remains at the location for unknown reasons. Lastly, some claim that the projection booth is haunted by the ghost of a former employee who passed away. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Travel Inn Abeline
"The Travel Lodge Motel"
Coordinates: 32.491509°, -99.747699°
Location Address: 2202 W. Overland Trail, Abilene, Texas
Previously known as the Travel Lodge Motel, the Travel Inn Abeline in Abeline, Texas is believed to be haunted by the spirit of a man with a red beard who is seen wearing a green coat and baseball cap. Although his identity and the reason for his presence are unknown his apparition is often blamed by employees and guests for a variety of unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as electronic devices turning on and off by themselves, lights flickering, and objects being moved around or rearranged by an unseen entity. Many guests staying at the Travel Inn Abeline also report waking up in the middle of the night to a foul, rotten stench which quickly dissipates, but defies explanation.
Location Address: 2202 W. Overland Trail, Abilene, Texas
Previously known as the Travel Lodge Motel, the Travel Inn Abeline in Abeline, Texas is believed to be haunted by the spirit of a man with a red beard who is seen wearing a green coat and baseball cap. Although his identity and the reason for his presence are unknown his apparition is often blamed by employees and guests for a variety of unexplained paranormal phenomena, such as electronic devices turning on and off by themselves, lights flickering, and objects being moved around or rearranged by an unseen entity. Many guests staying at the Travel Inn Abeline also report waking up in the middle of the night to a foul, rotten stench which quickly dissipates, but defies explanation.
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Whitten Inn
Coordinates: 32.477222°, -99.697222°
Location Address: 1625 Texas Highway 351, Abilene, Texas
The Whitten Inn in Abilene, Texas is rumored to be haunted by a number of unidentified spirits. Guests staying at the location frequently report feeling an unsettling presence, or being woken unexpectedly in the night by an unseen entity. Others report experiencing strange paranormal phenomena such as lights flickering, doors opening and closing by themselves, and hearing the sounds of disembodied voices and whispers. One paranormal enthusiast investigating the Whitten Inn in 2016 also claims to have been hospitalized for several days after encountering a shadow figure in his room.
Location Address: 1625 Texas Highway 351, Abilene, Texas
The Whitten Inn in Abilene, Texas is rumored to be haunted by a number of unidentified spirits. Guests staying at the location frequently report feeling an unsettling presence, or being woken unexpectedly in the night by an unseen entity. Others report experiencing strange paranormal phenomena such as lights flickering, doors opening and closing by themselves, and hearing the sounds of disembodied voices and whispers. One paranormal enthusiast investigating the Whitten Inn in 2016 also claims to have been hospitalized for several days after encountering a shadow figure in his room.
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