Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide:
Jackson, Michigan
"The Rose City"
Settled: 1829
Population: 32,605 (2018)
County: Jackson County
Haunted Locations Documented: 3
Settled: 1829
Population: 32,605 (2018)
County: Jackson County
Haunted Locations Documented: 3
The following is a list of allegedly haunted locations in Jackson, Michigan. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in Michigan, Click Here.
Helmer Castle
Coordinates: Private Residence
Location Address: Private Residence, Draper Road, Jackson, Michigan, 49201
Helmer Castle in Jackson, Michigan was constructed as a private residence between 1927 and 1929 by a famous concert violinist named Max Helmer. It was modeled after a 5th century castle in Nuremburg, Germany that Mr. Helmer became infatuated with while touring Europe as a musician. Over the years rumors began to circulate that the location may be haunted by the spirit of Max Helmer, who resided in the old castle until his death in December of 1948. Although official records state that Mr. Helmer died of a heart attack, many at the time of his death suspected some type of foul play. Due to his reclusive nature while living and the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death, many urban legends and folklore stories exist surrounding Helmer Castle. In addition to being allegedly haunted, one popular folklore tale claims that the castle is guarded by a pack of demonic hounds, and surrounded by an impenetrable, ghostly mist that makes it impossible for the living to reach at night. Despite stories being passed down by locals for generations, previous owners of Helmer Castle deny any claims of paranormal activity at the location. In 1977 Helmer Castle was used as the setting for a low budget Horror film called Demon House. Helmer Castle is a private residence and is not currently open to the public under any circumstances.
Location Address: Private Residence, Draper Road, Jackson, Michigan, 49201
Helmer Castle in Jackson, Michigan was constructed as a private residence between 1927 and 1929 by a famous concert violinist named Max Helmer. It was modeled after a 5th century castle in Nuremburg, Germany that Mr. Helmer became infatuated with while touring Europe as a musician. Over the years rumors began to circulate that the location may be haunted by the spirit of Max Helmer, who resided in the old castle until his death in December of 1948. Although official records state that Mr. Helmer died of a heart attack, many at the time of his death suspected some type of foul play. Due to his reclusive nature while living and the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death, many urban legends and folklore stories exist surrounding Helmer Castle. In addition to being allegedly haunted, one popular folklore tale claims that the castle is guarded by a pack of demonic hounds, and surrounded by an impenetrable, ghostly mist that makes it impossible for the living to reach at night. Despite stories being passed down by locals for generations, previous owners of Helmer Castle deny any claims of paranormal activity at the location. In 1977 Helmer Castle was used as the setting for a low budget Horror film called Demon House. Helmer Castle is a private residence and is not currently open to the public under any circumstances.
Michigan Theatre of Jackson
Coordinates: 42.248015°, -84.406145°
Location Address: 124 N. Mechanic Street, Jackson, Michigan, 49201
The Michigan Theatre of Jackson in Jackson, Michigan was constructed in 1930 to accommodate vaudeville performances as well as film screenings. It is believed to be haunted by the spirits of several unidentified men and women, such as one woman whose apparition is allegedly seen seated in the theater's balcony, and a young girl who is said to appear in the upstairs hallways near the restrooms. Employees also report hearing the sounds of disembodied voices at night after guests have exited the building, as if an unseen conversation is taking place. Others have reported feeling the sensation of being touched by an invisible hand, and experiencing feelings of sadness, anxiety, and paranoia when working in the basement. The Michigan Theatre of Jackson was added to the National Register of Historic Places in May of 1980.
Location Address: 124 N. Mechanic Street, Jackson, Michigan, 49201
The Michigan Theatre of Jackson in Jackson, Michigan was constructed in 1930 to accommodate vaudeville performances as well as film screenings. It is believed to be haunted by the spirits of several unidentified men and women, such as one woman whose apparition is allegedly seen seated in the theater's balcony, and a young girl who is said to appear in the upstairs hallways near the restrooms. Employees also report hearing the sounds of disembodied voices at night after guests have exited the building, as if an unseen conversation is taking place. Others have reported feeling the sensation of being touched by an invisible hand, and experiencing feelings of sadness, anxiety, and paranoia when working in the basement. The Michigan Theatre of Jackson was added to the National Register of Historic Places in May of 1980.
Reynolds Cemetery
Coordinates: 42.181529°, -84.501024°
Location Address: Reynolds Road, Jackson, Michigan, 49201
Reynolds Cemetery in Jackson, Michigan is said to be haunted by the spirits of several members of the Crouch family, who were savagely murdered in their home by an unknown assailant on the evening of November 21, 1883. According to police records Jacob Crouch, his daughter Eunice, and her husband Henry were all found dead the following morning, in addition to a family friend named Moses Polley who was staying there at the time. All four victims were found to have a single gunshot wound to the back of their heads, and no killer was ever convicted of the crime. The slain members of the Crouch family were buried nearby at Reynolds Cemetery, where many claim to encounter their apparitions wandering amongst the headstones at night. Others have claimed to hear the sounds of disembodied voices and cries, while also witnessing a thick white mist that hovers near the graves of the Crouch family before vanishing into the ground. One popular folklore tale claims that on the anniversary of the murders the spirits of the Crouch family will appear at Reynolds Cemetery. For many years locals gathered at the site of their graves to witness the phenomenon, but in recent years this tradition has stopped due to efforts by local law enforcement to keep trespassers away.
Location Address: Reynolds Road, Jackson, Michigan, 49201
Reynolds Cemetery in Jackson, Michigan is said to be haunted by the spirits of several members of the Crouch family, who were savagely murdered in their home by an unknown assailant on the evening of November 21, 1883. According to police records Jacob Crouch, his daughter Eunice, and her husband Henry were all found dead the following morning, in addition to a family friend named Moses Polley who was staying there at the time. All four victims were found to have a single gunshot wound to the back of their heads, and no killer was ever convicted of the crime. The slain members of the Crouch family were buried nearby at Reynolds Cemetery, where many claim to encounter their apparitions wandering amongst the headstones at night. Others have claimed to hear the sounds of disembodied voices and cries, while also witnessing a thick white mist that hovers near the graves of the Crouch family before vanishing into the ground. One popular folklore tale claims that on the anniversary of the murders the spirits of the Crouch family will appear at Reynolds Cemetery. For many years locals gathered at the site of their graves to witness the phenomenon, but in recent years this tradition has stopped due to efforts by local law enforcement to keep trespassers away.
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