The Halloween Podcast

Massachusetts' Haunted History: Ghosts of the Bay State | Ep. 21


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In Episode 21 of The Halloween Podcast, host Lyle Perez takes you on a ghostly journey through Massachusetts, where history and hauntings go hand in hand. Known for its pivotal role in the formation of America, Massachusetts is also home to some of the most chilling and haunted locations in the country. From the infamous Lizzie Borden House to the eerie streets of Salem, we’ll uncover the spirits that still linger in the Bay State.

Featured Haunted Locations:
The Lizzie Borden House                                                                                                      Address: 230 2nd St, Fall River
The site of the infamous 1892 murders of Andrew and Abby Borden, this house remains a chilling location where guests experience cold drafts, moving objects, and even apparitions of the Borden family. Open for tours and overnight stays.

The Houghton Mansion

Address: 172 Church St, North Adams, MA 01247
A tragic car accident claimed the lives of Albert Houghton’s daughter and chauffeur, leaving the mansion haunted by restless spirits. Visitors report feelings of being watched and shadowy figures lurking in corners.

The Witch House

Address: 310 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970
Judge Jonathan Corwin’s home, tied to the Salem Witch Trials, is haunted by the ghosts of the accused. Sudden temperature drops, eerie whispers, and ghostly apparitions are common here.

The Hoosac Tunnel

Address: Near Route 8, North Adams, MA 01247
Known as the "Bloody Pit," this railroad tunnel saw nearly 200 deaths during its construction. Ghostly cries and shadowy figures are often reported by visitors near its entrance.

The USS Salem

Address: 739 Washington St, Quincy, MA 02169
This retired naval ship turned museum is said to be haunted by the spirits of those who died aboard, particularly after the 1953 Ionian earthquake. Shadowy figures and phantom sounds of the ship still linger.

The Hawthorne Hotel

Address: 18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA 01970
Named after Nathaniel Hawthorne, this hotel is known for its ghostly activities, including mysterious whispers, elevators moving on their own, and sightings of a woman in a white gown.

The Joshua Ward House

Address: 148 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970
Built on the land once owned by Sheriff George Corwin, known for his role in the Salem Witch Trials, this house is haunted by figures of the accused witches and Corwin himself.

Dogtown

Address: Dogtown Common Road, Gloucester, MA 01930
An abandoned settlement known for its eerie atmosphere, where visitors encounter strange lights, ghostly figures, and the unsettling presence of a black dog guarding the land.

The Danvers State Hospital

Address: 1101 Kirkbride Dr, Danvers, MA 01923
Once a psychiatric hospital with a history of overcrowding and inhumane treatment, the spirits of former patients still roam its grounds. Visitors report hearing screams, seeing shadowy figures, and feeling intense cold spots.

The House of the Seven Gables

Address: 115 Derby St, Salem, MA 01970
Made famous by Nathaniel Hawthorne’s novel, this colonial mansion is haunted by ghostly children’s laughter, sightings of a boy in the attic, and shadowy figures in the parlor.

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Keywords: Haunted Massachusetts, Massachusetts Ghost Stories, Haunted Locations, Paranormal Massachusetts, Haunted America, Lizzie Borden House, Houghton Mansion, Witch House, Hoosac Tunnel, USS Salem, Hawthorne Hotel, Joshua Ward House, Dogtown, Danvers State Hospital, House of the Seven Gables

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