Wisconsins leading authority on the paranormal presents strange stories from around the state from witches in the wisconsin dells to spirits in the state capitol encounters with kenoshas headless nun, the man bat of lacrosse, rocky the rock lake monster, pancakepushing aliens, and the ghost of gangster john dillinger explorations of aztalans ancient mounds, the ghostly bars and taverns of madison and milwaukee, and the creepy town of caryville, one of the most haunted places in america. Books by wisconsin researchers about the creatures lurking in our neck of the woods and beyond. Haunted bunk bed terrifies family in horicon in 1988, the tallmann family fled their home on larabee street after a series of harrowing supernatural disturbances. Phantom men and women wander wisconsin highways, cemeteries and private homes.
And one of the best parts of fall is being super scared. Take a haunted road trip to visit some of the spookiest places in wisconsin. The deadend road was named in honor of some boy scouts who died there during a camping trip many years ago, but records are sketchy with regard to how they actually died. The most haunted places in milwaukee, wi haunted rooms. This is a page by the founder of fox valley ghost hunters also on facebook and author of wisconsin s most haunted vol 1 soon to be vol 2. On may 19, the paranormal investigator will give a presentation at the beloit historical society on reported haunted places in beloit and other locations in the state. In the quiet moments, youll find her watering plants, reading books, or knitting. Join author and paranormal investigator chad lewis on a ghostly journey to some of the most haunted places in wisconsin. Apparitions and strange lights appear at the mabel tainter memorial theater. We created this page for followers of the paranormal or anyone that loves haunted places. There is absolutely no better guide for haunted wisconsin than linda s.
Many of us go to haunted houses, but why not take it a step further and go to some places that are actually haunted. Paranormal investigator chad lewis will take you through some of the most haunted places in wisconsin. Milwaukee saint rafael school south campus this school has many haunted places included the girls bathroom where a young girl dressed in a olden day school uniform haunts it also one girl reported once that when she was alone in the building after volleyball pratice she heard peoples voices coming from the gym when she went to investigate no one was there. More information a great list of books about oddities and haunted places in wisconsin. Haunted wisconsin by michael norman and beth scott. Wisconsin s most haunted ruins summerwind mansion in land o lakes. With her smooth journalistic style and her keen sense of what makes a good ghost story, she has the ability to send chills up and down your spine.
Jun 05, 2019 settled in 1834, the lakefront city of racine has more than its share of haunted locations. Brad steiger author of real ghosts, restless spirits, and haunted places 20100401 about the author. Aug 27, 2019 take a haunted road trip to visit some of the spookiest places in wisconsin. This scary road trip takes you to 10 of the most haunted. Ghosts and strange phenomena of the badger state haunted series 9780811736367. Since 2005 this group has been dedicated to the study, observation, and documentation of ghosts, haunted locations, and urban legends in kenosha county and other areas of southeast wisconsin and northeast illinois.
They also coauthored haunted heartland, haunted america, historic haunted america, and haunted heritage. Im reading a book called haunted wisconsin and i think it is a very good book. If you are looking for great tales with a good history lesson included, you will enjoy this book. The journal sentinel lists summerwind mansion also known as lamont mansion as wisconsin s most haunted place. The hilton garden inn opened fairly recently, but it is housed in a. There have been several reports of hauntings here, most of which are by the founder himself, charles pfister. Godfrey lives in wisconsin and is an author, artist, and researcher of strange subjects, eccentric people, and unknown creatures.
With halloween just around the corner, its time to get into the spirit of things and think about all the creepy places in wisconsin we hope were never left alone in. Check out these locations across the state where people claim to have had. Chad lewis presents wisconsins most haunted locations ruth. Tonight, chad will lead us in an exploration of the most haunted locations in wisconsin. Kewaunee the historic karsten inn this inn was certified haunted by wisconsin ghost investigations team in march 2002.
In 1914 the famous architects home became the stage for a brutal massacre, and some believe the spirits still linger. Jul 26, 2020 head to the terror on the fox haunted house in green bay, wisconsin, or the mt. Its no wonder the city abounds with rumors of ghosts and hauntings. One of the scariest places in the state of wisconsin, confirmed by the travel channel, is the pfister hotel in milwaukee. The church and cemetery are reported to be haunted by angry spirits. Milwaukees most haunted get the scoop on a few of milwaukees most famous places to meet a ghost. According to wisconsin legend, kate blood was a witch who killed her hudband and children, and now haunts the cemetery where she is buried. Norman and scott have compiled more than 70 paranormal happenings that have been witnessed, reported, or passed down from mouth year to year. As the capital city of wisconsin, madison is central to much of the states rich and complicated history. Wisconsin s leading authority on the paranormal presents strange s. Aug 17, 2017 the best books on wisconsin s haunted history, strange places, bizarre creatures, gruesome legends, and more. There is absolutely no better guide for haunted wisconsin. It was founded by a rogue priest who, upon his death, is believed to have cursed the town he built.
Below is a rundown on door countys three spooky lighthouses and the spirits that dwell in them. Sites collected via books about the investigations written by craig nehring archives of a ghosthunter can be ordered on fvgh store in the link to the right or can be found on. There is a chill in the air, and its getting darker earlier. This mansion has been a mobsters home, boarding house, parsonage and coffee house. The starin park water tower has long been rumored to be the location of rituals and witchcraft. Chad lewis will take you on a ghostly journey to some of the most haunted places in wisconsin. Her previous books include hunting the american werewolf 9781931599661, weird wisconsin 9780. His own books include haunted homeland and the nearly departed.
If you have that interest and the time, however, this book can lead you all over the state. The state is filled with dark and foreboding places, abandoned buildings, creepy roads and a variety of. Some of the most haunted places in wisconsin are the most lowkey, and honestly quite surprising. Unexplained research ghost hunters return to haunts. Of course, ghost stories are always more unsettling when theyre relatable, which is what makes our local hauntings especially creepy. The downtown area seems to have more than its fair share of ghost stories. This scary road trip takes you to 10 of the most haunted places. One of the scariest places in the state of wisconsin, confirmed by the travel channel, is the pfister. As fall tightens its grip across the state and darkness slowly swallows the daylight, there is no better time for a wisconsin ghost story.
In addition, door county trolley also offers three haunted ghost tours of door county. Today, its thought to be haunted by mostly playful spirits. The states most haunted site sits in the far northern reaches of. Most haunted places in wisconsin haunted rooms america. Aug 31, 2018 looking to experience some real paranormal activity in wisconsin. Paranormal investigator chad lewis will take you on a ghostly journey to some of the most haunted places in the state. Elsings second hand shop stoughton, wisconsin this 1891 building was formerly a private residence, a restaurant and a hotel, and is rumoured to have some hauntings dating back to the turn of the twentieth century. Haunted wisconsin im reading a book called haunted wisconsin and i think it is a very good book. The most haunted places in wisconsin haunted rooms america. Today, visitors say you can hear echoes of the childs screams. Another legend says in the 1950s, a woman hanged herself in the.
Her previous books include hunting the american werewolf 9781931599661, weird wisconsin 9780760759448, and strange wisconsin 9781931599856, winner of a bronze medal in the independent publishers 2008 best book awards. Madison, wisconsin has a lively, colorful, and eclectic culture. The lodge is believed to be haunted by a civilian who was accidentally shot by the fbi during the shootout. Lets not forget that erin, wisconsin is also the home of the beast of bray road.
Wisconsins most haunted locations with paranormal investigator. Lesy has collected and arranged photographs taken between 1890 and 1910 by a black river falls photographer, charles van schaik. Norman is professor emeritus of journalism at the university of wisconsin river falls and a former newspaper and radio journalist. Home of the most haunted places in wisconsin madison, wisconsin has a lively, colorful, and eclectic culture. The past years top rated wisconsin haunted attractions. Their inclusion in the book is based on the anecdotal reports we have received from numerous individuals. Paranormal researcher offers up haunted wisconsin variety. Nazianz is believed to be one of the most haunted places in wisconsin.
A collection of folktales, urban legends, and myths that have been rumored to happen in wisconsin. Sep 21, 2010 specters and ghosts in haunted wisconsin for some, travel is a relaxing break, but not for writer benjamin percy. This not to be missed drivethrough haunted yard is ready. The sherwood point lighthouse was built in 1883 at the green bay entrance to sturgeon bay. Wisconsins leading authority on the paranormal presents strange stories from around the state from witches in the wisconsin dells to spirits in. With her smooth journalistic style and her keen sense of what makes a good ghost story, she has the ability to send chills up and down your spine brad steiger, author of real ghosts, restless spirits, and haunted places wisconsin s leading authority on the paranormal presents strange stories from around the state. From haunted roadways and buildings where the dearly departed still lurk among us, to burial grounds and sacred places that are haunted by spirits who seemingly want to stay in this world, wisconsin has some truly eerie landmarks and historical sites that are hot spots for paranormal activity. Oct 29, 2018 home of the most haunted places in wisconsin. Sep, 2019 what is the most haunted town in wisconsin. From witches in the wisconsin dells to spirits in the state capitol. Sep 25, 2009 candice shatkins is a founding member of the first paranormal group in the areathe paranormal investigators of kenosha, wisconsin. Central, chippewa valley, coulee region, fox valley, indianhead, northeastern, peninsula, south central, and southeastern. Paranormal researcher chad lewis is a researcher, author, and lecturer on topics of the strange and unusual.
From a spooky schoolhouse built on top of the citys first cemetery, ghostly pub patrons, and spectral patients at an old hospital, to a menacing apparition at a local park, there are plenty of eerie locations to keep even the most enthusiastic ghost hunters busy. Wisconsin s most haunted vol 2 and wisconsin s most haunted vol 1 is for sale on amazon or get a copy signed by the author craig nehring founder of fvgh at one of our events. Oct 08, 2020 liz was raised in wisconsin and returned with her husband and children in 2008. Stoughton is home to the screamin acres haunted houses, and youll find that the wisconsin fear grounds at the fairgrounds is perhaps one of the scariest haunts in the state. The 18 scariest and most haunted places in wisconsin photos. If youre looking to get haunted in wisconsin this fall, consider visiting one of these 12 thrilling destinations. The bloody history of frank lloyd wrights taliesin estate. This book is broken up into chapters by region or city with one to threepage descriptions of each supernatural tale. The ghost of a young woman named mary haunts the elk lake dam. Manitowish waters, wisconsin the lodge is famous for its involvement in the 1934 shootout involving john dillingers gang. Here are 9 completely spinetingling hauntings in wisconsin. A tragic accident occurred on the siren bridge, causing a family of three to drown in the icy water below. Encounters with kenoshas headless nun, the man bat of lacrosse, rocky the rock lake monster, pancakepushing aliens, and the ghost of gangster john dillinger.
No place seems safe from sinister ghosts when they wish to make their presence known at these haunted areas in wisconsin. The most haunted places in milwaukee, wi haunted rooms america. Comprehensive list of the most haunted places in mifflin, pa, each with ghostly history, photos, maps, gps coordinates and much more. Learn more about the monsters among us in the book by linda godfrey. Boy scout lane, stevens point, wisconsin dont let the name fool you, boy scout lane sounds pleasant enough, but it is actually one of the most haunted places in wisconsin. Theyve been exploring all of the old familiar places and discovering new favorites she shares both here at go valley kids and on our social media platforms. This not to be missed drivethrough haunted yard is ready for. Haunted places in hudson, wisconsin haunted places. Brad steiger author of real ghosts, restless spirits, and haunted places 20100401. The current owners have reported hearing the sound of glass breaking on the. Top 5 haunted places in whitewater, wi aka the second salem. Lewis also is the coauthor of wisconsin road guide to haunted locations, along with terry fisk.
Wisconsins leading authority on the paranormal presents strange stories from around the state, from witches in the wisconsin dells to spirits in the state capitol, encounters with kenoshas headless nun, the man bat of lacrosse, rocky the rock lake monster, pancakepushing aliens, the ghost of gangster john dillinger, explorations of aztalans ancient mounds, the ghostly bars and taverns of madison and milwaukee, and the creepy town of caryville, one of the most. Throughout the years, natural disasters and numerous accounts of bizarre, unexplained phenomena have helped keep the legend alive. Whether a believer or skeptic, ghost stories and urban legends can still be fascinating, and the local area has plenty of legends regarding. The places in the book have neither been proved nor disproved to be haunted. Dartford cemetery green lake, wi green lakes old burial ground holds the dark secrets of the idyllic communitys tragic past. Wisconsin s leading authority on the paranormal presents strange stories from around the state. Check out these locations across the state where people claim to have had real experiences with demons and ghosts. Guests at the lodge have reported hearing unexplained noises, seeing apparitions and have items. Explore the history and lore surrounding the most legendary haunted places in wisconsin. The new book by gothic milwaukees anna lardinois explores the haunted history of milwaukee. See more ideas about haunted places, haunting, real paranormal. There is a book out on the stories of the divers who looked for the pyramids on the bottom of the lake.
Legend has it that in the early 1900s, the church accidentally burned to the ground killing over 30 people, who have haunted the rebuilt church since. The book documents ghosts and hauntings across wisconsin, but anyone from anywhere can enjoy this easy read. First published in 1973, this remarkable book about life in a small turnofthecentury wisconsin town has become a cult classic. Wisconsin s burial chamber haunted house complex houses three large, fullsize wisconsin haunted houses for halloween entertainmentlocated off of hwy 41 in the fox valley appleton, wi, just 30 minutes south of green bay, wi or 20 minutes north of oshkosh, wisconsin. Wisconsin s most haunted places has 10,193 members. Croix county who attracted a crowd of more than three hundred spectators. Freiss, a wellknown green bay paranormal expert, offers green bay ghost tours and wrote a book titled haunted green bay detailing the spooky history of. Milwaukee does not disappoint when it comes to the number of haunted places. Most haunted places in the midwest just short of crazy.
If you are looking for serious hauntings and ghost tales, this is not the book for you. Wisconsin paranormal investigators chad lewis and terry fisk, who investigated stories of haunted places in spooner last summer, have recently published their findings in a new book, the wisconsin road guide to haunted locations. The wisconsin road guide to haunted locations divides the state into nine separate areas. Featuring an assortment of ghosts, apparitions and other supernat. Haunted wisconsin goodreads meet your next favorite book. Oct 11, 2016 lewis will hold a presentation, wisconsin s most haunted locations at the ruth culver community library in prairie du sac on october 17, from 6. In wisconsin, haunted places filled with paranormal activity include some very malevolent entities terrorizing home and business owners. Youll read about wisconsins most famous haunted house, summerwind.
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