In this episode of Ghostly, we explore the eerie legends surrounding one of Prairie Avenue’s most iconic homes. Believers claim to see a shadowy figure staring from the upstairs window, hear whispers calling the name “Marshall,” and feel sudden, icy cold spots that defy explanation.

We’ll dive into:

Was this mansion imprinted with energy from a family touched by scandal and sorrow? Or is it just another old house with a spooky reputation?

Listen as Pat and Rebecca examine the evidence and debate: is the Marshall Field Mansion haunted?

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Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers

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