Folklore & Haunted Locations Guide:
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
"Brew City"
Established: 1846
Population: 569,330 (2021)
County: Milwaukee County, Washington County & Waukesha County
Haunted Locations Documented: 15
Haunted Locations Indexed: 22
Established: 1846
Population: 569,330 (2021)
County: Milwaukee County, Washington County & Waukesha County
Haunted Locations Documented: 15
Haunted Locations Indexed: 22
The following is a list of allegedly haunted locations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. To view my full list of ghost stories and haunted locations in Wisconsin, Click Here. Please also read this SAFETY AND LEGAL DISCLAIMER before visiting any allegedly haunted location.
Brumder Mansion Bed & Breakfast
"The Brumder Mansion"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Brumder Mansion Bed & Breakfast in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1910 as a private residence, and is said to be haunted by several of its former owners and residents. Guests staying at the Brumder Mansion report witnessing apparitions and shadow figures, and experiencing other unexplained paranormal phenomena such as disembodied voices and footsteps, and feeling sudden cold spots which defy explanation. Some guests and employees have even reported witnessing furniture and other objects being moved around and rearranged by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Brumder Mansion Bed & Breakfast in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1910 as a private residence, and is said to be haunted by several of its former owners and residents. Guests staying at the Brumder Mansion report witnessing apparitions and shadow figures, and experiencing other unexplained paranormal phenomena such as disembodied voices and footsteps, and feeling sudden cold spots which defy explanation. Some guests and employees have even reported witnessing furniture and other objects being moved around and rearranged by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Cardinal Stritch University
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Students at Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin claim the location is haunted by the spirits of a group of former nuns who are allegedly seen in the dormitories at night. Residents living in the university dormitories also report experiencing strange paranormal activity, such as doors opening and closing by themselves, and the sounds of disembodied footsteps. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Students at Cardinal Stritch University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin claim the location is haunted by the spirits of a group of former nuns who are allegedly seen in the dormitories at night. Residents living in the university dormitories also report experiencing strange paranormal activity, such as doors opening and closing by themselves, and the sounds of disembodied footsteps. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Grand Avenue
"Grand Avenue Mall"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Holy Hill Cemetery
"Holy Hill"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Marquette University
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Established in 1881, Marquette University is a private Jesuit research university in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with several allegedly haunted buildings on its 93-acre campus. Humphrey Hall was once used as a children's hospital, and is said to be haunted by the spirits of a number of ghostly children who died of disease and illness. Johnston Hall is also said to be haunted by the ghost of a priest who committed suicide by jumping from the building's top floor. Additionally, Mashuda Hall, Straz Hall, Varsity Hall, and Helfaer Theater are all believed to be haunted by various ghosts and apparitions. Many students also claim to experience a variety of unexplained paranormal activity throughout various buildings at Marquette University. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Established in 1881, Marquette University is a private Jesuit research university in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with several allegedly haunted buildings on its 93-acre campus. Humphrey Hall was once used as a children's hospital, and is said to be haunted by the spirits of a number of ghostly children who died of disease and illness. Johnston Hall is also said to be haunted by the ghost of a priest who committed suicide by jumping from the building's top floor. Additionally, Mashuda Hall, Straz Hall, Varsity Hall, and Helfaer Theater are all believed to be haunted by various ghosts and apparitions. Many students also claim to experience a variety of unexplained paranormal activity throughout various buildings at Marquette University. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Mayer-Krom Cathedral
"The Mayer-Krom Cathedral Building"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Milwaukee Country Club
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Milwaukee Public Museum
"The Milwaukee Museum"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Milwaukee Public Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was first opened in 1884. It is said to be haunted by the spirit of one of its former directors named Dr. Stephan Borhegyi, who died tragically in a car accident on his way to work at the museum in 1969. Ever since, employees have reported encountering the ghost of Dr. Stephan Borhegyi, and reporting other unexplained paranormal phenomena such as sudden cold spots, and motion detector alarms being set off by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Milwaukee Public Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was first opened in 1884. It is said to be haunted by the spirit of one of its former directors named Dr. Stephan Borhegyi, who died tragically in a car accident on his way to work at the museum in 1969. Ever since, employees have reported encountering the ghost of Dr. Stephan Borhegyi, and reporting other unexplained paranormal phenomena such as sudden cold spots, and motion detector alarms being set off by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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North Point Lighthouse Museum
"North Point Lighthouse"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The North Point Lighthouse in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1855 and remained active until being decommissioned in 1994. It is said to be haunted by the spirits of several former lighthouse keepers and their family members who once lived in the caretakers quarters, and many report experiencing other strange paranormal activity such as disembodied voices and footsteps, or feeling sudden, unexplained cold spots. Passersby also report witnessing strange glowing orbs coming from the vacant lighthouse late at night. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The North Point Lighthouse in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1855 and remained active until being decommissioned in 1994. It is said to be haunted by the spirits of several former lighthouse keepers and their family members who once lived in the caretakers quarters, and many report experiencing other strange paranormal activity such as disembodied voices and footsteps, or feeling sudden, unexplained cold spots. Passersby also report witnessing strange glowing orbs coming from the vacant lighthouse late at night. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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Old Northwest General Hospital
"Northwest General Hospital"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Shaker's Cigar Bar
"Shaker's Bar"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Shaker's Cigar Bar in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1894 over the site of an old cemetery. It also served as a brothel and speakeasy under the ownership of Al Capone during the American Alcohol Prohibition. The location is said to be haunted by numerous apparitions and shadow figures, including one woman believed to be a former prostitute whose remains were found buried in the walls in 2001. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Shaker's Cigar Bar in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1894 over the site of an old cemetery. It also served as a brothel and speakeasy under the ownership of Al Capone during the American Alcohol Prohibition. The location is said to be haunted by numerous apparitions and shadow figures, including one woman believed to be a former prostitute whose remains were found buried in the walls in 2001. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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St. Adalbert Catholic Church & School
"Saint Adalbert Catholic Church And School"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The St. Adalbert Catholic Church and adjoining school were constructed in 1909. They are said to be haunted by the spirit of a young boy who was killed after falling from one of the building's balconies. Employees working at St. Adalbert also report encountering a ghostly man in the school's basement, or feeling a strange presence in certain areas. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The St. Adalbert Catholic Church and adjoining school were constructed in 1909. They are said to be haunted by the spirit of a young boy who was killed after falling from one of the building's balconies. Employees working at St. Adalbert also report encountering a ghostly man in the school's basement, or feeling a strange presence in certain areas. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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St. Rafael School
"Saint Rafael School"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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The Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion
"The Pabst Mansion"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Pabst Mansion in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1892 by Captain Frederick Pabst. It is now owned by a nonprofit organization which maintains the historic house, where employees report encountering the spirit of a man believed to be the late Frederick Pabst. Many also report witnessing doors opening and closing by themselves, or feeling sudden cold spots which are inexplicably accompanied by the scent of strong perfume. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Pabst Mansion in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1892 by Captain Frederick Pabst. It is now owned by a nonprofit organization which maintains the historic house, where employees report encountering the spirit of a man believed to be the late Frederick Pabst. Many also report witnessing doors opening and closing by themselves, or feeling sudden cold spots which are inexplicably accompanied by the scent of strong perfume. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown
"The Hilton Garden Inn"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Hilton Garden Inn in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1886 over the site of a former hotel which burned down just several years prior. It is said to be haunted by the ghosts of a number of men and women who were killed when the old hotel burned down, and staff members at the Hilton Garden Inn often report experiencing strange paranormal activity, such as doors opening and closing by themselves, and feelings of being watched by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Hilton Garden Inn in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1886 over the site of a former hotel which burned down just several years prior. It is said to be haunted by the ghosts of a number of men and women who were killed when the old hotel burned down, and staff members at the Hilton Garden Inn often report experiencing strange paranormal activity, such as doors opening and closing by themselves, and feelings of being watched by an unseen entity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Miller Inn
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Miller Inn in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed during the late 1800's, along with a series of underground tunnels where barrels of beer and other alcoholic beverages were kept cold during storage. According to legend, the tunnels beneath the Miller Inn were once the meeting site of a young man who worked at the inn and his secret lover. The man is said to have been killed one day while on the way to meet his lover, who stood waiting until discovering the man had died. Some say she died shortly after of a broken heart. Ever since, her ghostly figure is allegedly seen at the entrance to the hidden tunnels, still waiting for her lover to return. Employees also report experiencing strange paranormal activity within the Miller Inn itself, such as disembodied voices, footsteps and laughter, and feelings of being watched by an unseen entity. On several occasions the piano in one of the rooms at the inn has been heard playing by itself. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Miller Inn in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed during the late 1800's, along with a series of underground tunnels where barrels of beer and other alcoholic beverages were kept cold during storage. According to legend, the tunnels beneath the Miller Inn were once the meeting site of a young man who worked at the inn and his secret lover. The man is said to have been killed one day while on the way to meet his lover, who stood waiting until discovering the man had died. Some say she died shortly after of a broken heart. Ever since, her ghostly figure is allegedly seen at the entrance to the hidden tunnels, still waiting for her lover to return. Employees also report experiencing strange paranormal activity within the Miller Inn itself, such as disembodied voices, footsteps and laughter, and feelings of being watched by an unseen entity. On several occasions the piano in one of the rooms at the inn has been heard playing by itself. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Modjeska Theater
"The Modjeska Theater Lady In White"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Modjeska Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was first constructed in 1910, and rebuilt in 1924. It is said to be haunted by the spirit of a woman in white, sometimes referred to as "The Lady In White" who remains at the location for unknown reasons. Many report encountering the Lady In White, or another mysterious apparition referred to as "The Balcony Man." Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Modjeska Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was first constructed in 1910, and rebuilt in 1924. It is said to be haunted by the spirit of a woman in white, sometimes referred to as "The Lady In White" who remains at the location for unknown reasons. Many report encountering the Lady In White, or another mysterious apparition referred to as "The Balcony Man." Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Pfister Hotel
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1893 by a man named Charles Pfister. It is said to be haunted by a number of spirits, including that of a man believed to be the late Charles Pfister, whose ghostly figure is allegedly seen in certain areas, especially atop the grand staircase overlooking the lobby. Many guests also report hearing the sounds of disembodied voices, and experiencing other unexplained paranormal activity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in 1893 by a man named Charles Pfister. It is said to be haunted by a number of spirits, including that of a man believed to be the late Charles Pfister, whose ghostly figure is allegedly seen in certain areas, especially atop the grand staircase overlooking the lobby. Many guests also report hearing the sounds of disembodied voices, and experiencing other unexplained paranormal activity. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Rave-Eagles Club
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Opened in 1927 as an Eagles Club, The Rave-Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a 180,000-square-foot entertainment complex consisting of eight different theaters and venues. The location is said to be haunted by a number of unidentified spirits, with many noting an increased amount of paranormal activity in the Eagles Ballroom and basement area. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Opened in 1927 as an Eagles Club, The Rave-Eagles Club in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is a 180,000-square-foot entertainment complex consisting of eight different theaters and venues. The location is said to be haunted by a number of unidentified spirits, with many noting an increased amount of paranormal activity in the Eagles Ballroom and basement area. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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The Sabbatic Bar
"The Old Brothel And Boarding House"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Sabbatic Bar in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in the 1890's as a brothel and boarding house, and was later used as a speakeasy during the American Alcohol Prohibition. Employees working at the bar claim it is haunted by the ghost of an old man in a suit with long, gray hair. In addition to witnessing the man's apparition, the sounds of disembodied footsteps are also heard. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Sabbatic Bar in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was constructed in the 1890's as a brothel and boarding house, and was later used as a speakeasy during the American Alcohol Prohibition. Employees working at the bar claim it is haunted by the ghost of an old man in a suit with long, gray hair. In addition to witnessing the man's apparition, the sounds of disembodied footsteps are also heard. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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University Of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
"The University Of Wisconsin"
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Wisconsin Lutheran College
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Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Lutheran College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was established in 1973. It is said to be haunted by several different spirits who remain at the location for unknown reasons, including a group of children, a former nun, and a janitor. Many also believe the college to be haunted by a poltergeist, or some type of evil spirit. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
Location Address: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Lutheran College in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was established in 1973. It is said to be haunted by several different spirits who remain at the location for unknown reasons, including a group of children, a former nun, and a janitor. Many also believe the college to be haunted by a poltergeist, or some type of evil spirit. Additional research for this allegedly haunted location is currently in progress.
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