Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide:
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Settled: 1734
Population: 285 (2020)
County: Jefferson County
Haunted Locations Documented: 6
Haunted Locations Indexed: 9
Population: 285 (2020)
County: Jefferson County
Haunted Locations Documented: 6
Haunted Locations Indexed: 9
The following is a list of allegedly haunted locations in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in West Virginia, Click Here. Please also read this SAFETY AND LEGAL DISCLAIMER before visiting any allegedly haunted location.
Harpers Ferry National Historic Park
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Harper's Ferry Railroad Tracks
"The Ghost Of Screaming Jenny"
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Hog Alley
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Hog Alley in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is said to be haunted by the ghost of a freed African American slave named Dangerfield Newby, who was killed during a raid to free additional slaves in 1859. Dangerfield Newby was shot in the throat by a local man, then dragged to Hog Alley and savagely beaten, and left to be eaten by pigs. Ever since, pedestrians walking along Hog Alley have reported encountering a tall, shadowy figure with a large gaping wound to the neck, believed to be the late Dangerfield Newby. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Hog Alley in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is said to be haunted by the ghost of a freed African American slave named Dangerfield Newby, who was killed during a raid to free additional slaves in 1859. Dangerfield Newby was shot in the throat by a local man, then dragged to Hog Alley and savagely beaten, and left to be eaten by pigs. Ever since, pedestrians walking along Hog Alley have reported encountering a tall, shadowy figure with a large gaping wound to the neck, believed to be the late Dangerfield Newby. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church
"Saint Peter's Church"
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia was constructed in 1833, and is said to be haunted by the spirit of a former priest, whose apparition is allegedly seen praying at the altar. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia was constructed in 1833, and is said to be haunted by the spirit of a former priest, whose apparition is allegedly seen praying at the altar. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Harper House Museum
"The Harper House"
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Harper Museum in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia was constructed as a private residence by a wealthy couple named Robert and Rachel Harper in 1782. Although Robert and Rachel Harper both died tragically before construction was finished on the home, their spirits are allegedly seen by guests wearing clothing from the late 1700's. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Harper Museum in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia was constructed as a private residence by a wealthy couple named Robert and Rachel Harper in 1782. Although Robert and Rachel Harper both died tragically before construction was finished on the home, their spirits are allegedly seen by guests wearing clothing from the late 1700's. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Harpers Ferry Guest House Bed & Breakfast
"Harpers Ferry Guest House"
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Harpers Ferry Guest House Bed & Breakfast in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is said to be haunted by several ghostly residents, including a woman in a grey dress with a young child, and a man wearing a vest. The identities of these apparitions and the reason for their presence is currently unknown. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Harpers Ferry Guest House Bed & Breakfast in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is said to be haunted by several ghostly residents, including a woman in a grey dress with a young child, and a man wearing a vest. The identities of these apparitions and the reason for their presence is currently unknown. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Haunted Cottage
"The Booth House"
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Hilltop House Hotel
"The Hilltop Hotel"
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Hilltop House Hotel in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia was constructed in 1888 by a man named Thomas Lovett. Over the years, guests have reported encountering the ghosts of former soldiers marching, and hearing the sounds of disembodied voices. The hotel is currently closed for renovations, and scheduled to reopen in 2024. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Hilltop House Hotel in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia was constructed in 1888 by a man named Thomas Lovett. Over the years, guests have reported encountering the ghosts of former soldiers marching, and hearing the sounds of disembodied voices. The hotel is currently closed for renovations, and scheduled to reopen in 2024. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Town's Inn Hotel
"The Town's Inn"
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Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Town's Inn in Harper's Ferry, West Virginia consists of two adjoining stone houses, both of which were constructed in the early 1800's. Guests often report encountering the ghost of a mysterious soldier, as well as a mysterious female apparition. Employees also report experiencing objects being moved around or rearranged by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
The Town's Inn in Harper's Ferry, West Virginia consists of two adjoining stone houses, both of which were constructed in the early 1800's. Guests often report encountering the ghost of a mysterious soldier, as well as a mysterious female apparition. Employees also report experiencing objects being moved around or rearranged by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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