Ghostly Types: Spirit Broods
Spirit broods form so multiple ghosts can eat as much life force from their victims as they can. There are two kinds of broods, roaming and bound. Some go for scares and others savor their prey.
Ghosts of Pioneer Square in Seattle
Pioneer Square is full of ghosts. There are 28 known haunts within the 15-or-so blocks of the area. It helps that a fire, crooked cops and robbers all contributed to create the haunted place it is today.
The Haunted Moore Theatre in Seattle
The Moore Theatre in Seattle, Washington is one of the oldest theaters in the city. It’s been used for stage acts, vaudeville performances, movies, boxing, and now concerts. When it comes to ghosts, it’s probably better as a legend tripping destination than a ghost hunt. Find out why after the jump.
Faceless Ghosts Manifest on West Coast
They’re seen at the edge of roads. Sometimes in fog. Sometimes in the backseat. Always silent. Always watching. These are the faceless ghosts of the West Coast. And they’re a lot more common than you’d think. Get the spectral scoop after the jump.
How To Use Crystals & Stones For Protection Against Evil
Crystals and stones can also protect you against hostile spirits, vengeful ghosts, psychic attacks and curses. Learn which crystals and stones will help you out in a pinch.
How Dogs & Cats Detect Ghosts
Cats and dogs can sense ghosts, spirits and other supernatural beings. Saleen and Jake answer your questions about pets detecting ghosts.
Athens Lunatic Asylum Hauntings
Athens Lunatic Asylum opened in 1874 and closed in 1993. It helped rehabilitate Civil War veterans, mentally handicapped patients, the violently insane and TB patients. The doctors treated many patients with lobotomies, electroshock therapy, hydrotherapy and psychotropic drugs — all treatments considered torture now. That makes it obvious why Athens Lunatic Asylum is considered…
Peoria State Hospital Hauntings
Peoria State Hospital had two starts. Originally, it used the Kirkbride layout, but the Illinois government deemed it unsafe for patients. Then, developers used the cottage plan, like nearby Manteno State Hospital, in the early 1900s. For most of its history, the hospital did a fine job caring for its patients. That may be…
The Drowned Girl of Miller Creek in Burien, WA
Long ago, around 1915, a railway man’s little girl got washed away when Miller Creek overflowed its banks during a horrible storm. That little girl now haunts the creek near Ambaum Boulevard and 163rd Place in Burien, Washington.
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital Hauntings
Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, originally named New Jersey State Lunatic Asylum, has a long history of helping mentally ill patients — and harming them. The hospital opened in 1848 and welcomed 86 patients. The first superintendent, Horace Buttolph, was a good man and provided excellent care for the people in his care. Then, Dr. Henry…