Springfield, Missouri, United States
Located in Springfield, Missouri, stands the impressive Pythian Castle, built in 1913 and opened in 1914, this grand structure was originally a sanctuary for elderly members of the Knights of Pythias, their widows and orphans. Over the decades, its walls have witnessed joy, tragedy and even the supernatural. From its opulent grand foyer and ballroom to its eerie basement dungeon that once housed German and Italian prisoners of war during World War II, the castle’s […]
Next to the historic docks of Gloucester in England, stands a foreboding structure that has witnessed over two centuries of human suffering, despair and death. HMP Gloucester, built in 1782 and opening in 1791, is more than just a relic of the past, it’s a chilling monument to the darker side of history. From its early days as a place of confinement for the country’s most dangerous criminals to its modern reputation as one of […]
Standing quietly on the corner of Colchester Road in the charming English village of St Osyth is a haunting building steeped in history and ghostly tales. Conveniently located across from the local pub, The Cage offers a truly unique glimpse into the past. Once a lock-up for the town’s petty criminals, its darkest chapter unfolded in 1582, when it is believed to have confined women accused of witchcraft during an era of fear, superstition, and […]
Garnett, Kansas, United States
Built by D.W. Houston in 1858 in the heart of Garnett, Kansas, the Garnett House was originally intended as a family home. However, after Mrs. Houston became unsettled by its peculiar nighttime ‘swaying,’ it was quickly transformed into a 15-room hotel. Over the years, it has been known by many names, including The Lighthouse Hotel, for its brilliant rooftop lantern visible for miles. But beneath its welcoming glow, shadows of darker tales lingered. The hotel […]