The Haunted Caldwell Parsonage House, located in Union, New Jersey, is a historic building with a rich history and a reputation for hauntings. Here’s a brief overview of its history and the reported hauntings associated with it.     History The Caldwell Parsonage House was built in 1782 and served as the residence for Reverend James Caldwell and his family. Reverend Caldwell was an influential figure during the American Revolutionary War and played a significant role in the fight for independence. The house was also used as a military headquarters and a makeshift hospital during the ..read more

Pamlin Virginia – Ghost Town Pamplin is a small town located in Appomattox County, in the central part of the state. While it’s not officially classified as a ghost town, it is virtually a ghost town known for its historical significance and the remnants of its past. The town had its roots in the mid-19th century when it was a thriving community centered around the Pamplin Pipe Factory. The factory was established in 1845 by George Pamplin, Sr. and produced iron pipes used for water supply systems. The town grew rapidly around the factory, attracting workers and their families. After it close ..read more

The Ghost Town Trail, located in Pennsylvania, is a recreational trail that spans approximately 46 miles (74 kilometers) in length. It follows the route of the former Ebensburg and Blacklick Railroad, which was active from the late 1800s to the mid-1900s. The trail is named after the numerous ghost towns and abandoned mining communities that once thrived along the railroad line.   The trail begins in Ebensburg, a small town in Cambria County, and continues through several other towns, including Nanty Glo, Vintondale, and Dilltown. It passes through scenic landscapes, including forests, f ..read more

Here it is! It is the former First Baptist Church and is ready for the next chapter. This piece of history offers a commanding presence along Market Street and with some attention will be absolutely captivating. See more pics here.   The Bethany Lutheran Church was originally founded in 1879 as the Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Church. In 2019, the church steeples were restored and repaired. See more pictures here. Originally a Methodist church, this historic building was most recently home to the Lewiston Civic Theatre. The building boasts a number of remarkable features ..read more

The Kreischer House, also known as the Kreischer Mansion, is a historic residence located in Staten Island, New York. It is renowned for its haunted reputation and has been the subject of numerous paranormal investigations and urban legends.   Balthasar Kreischer   The Kreischer Family The mansion was built in the 1880s by Balthasar Kreischer, a wealthy German-born brick manufacturer. The Kreischer family used the mansion as their primary residence, and it was one of two identical mansions they owned in the area. The other mansion was tragically destroyed by fire in 1894, resulting ..read more

The Ghost Town of Dublin Gulch is a unique and fascinating historical site located near Shoshone, California, in the United States. It is a former mining town that flourished during the early 20th century but eventually turned into a ghost town.   The town’s name, Dublin Gulch, originated from the Irish immigrants who settled in the area during the gold rush era. They named it after their homeland, Dublin, in Ireland.  Others say the name may have come from an area of the same name in Butte, MT where one resident, Joe Vollmer, once lived.  It is said that Old Joe, a German immi ..read more

The Ghost Town of Luning, Nevada, was once a bustling mining community.  Today it stands as a remnant of the past, with only a few abandoned structures and remnants left to tell its story.   History Luning was established in the late 19th century during the silver mining boom in Nevada. The town was named after Francis Marion Luning, a prominent mining engineer in the area. Silver and other minerals were discovered in the nearby mountains, attracting miners and settlers to the region.     Peak Period During its peak in the early 20th century, Luning had a population of se ..read more

Rhyolite, Nevada is a well-known ghost town located in Nye County, near the eastern edge of Death Valley National Park. It emerged during the early 20th century as a result of the mining boom in the region. Here is a brief history of the ghost town of Rhyolite, Nevada.     Rhyolite’s story began in 1904 when Frank “Shorty” Harris and Eddie Cross discovered gold-rich quartz veins in the surrounding Bullfrog Hills. News of the discovery quickly spread, attracting a rush of miners, prospectors, and investors to the area. The townsite of Rhyolite was established in 1905, named after the ..read more

Calico California ghost town was formerly a thriving and busy mining community. Founded in 1881, miners from all over the country came to Calico to find their fortune. After silver lost its value in the 1890s, the miners went home and the businesses they supported dried up.         The town lay dormant and in despair for over 50 years before Walter Knott purchased the ghost town in the 1950s. He restored almost all the buildings to appear as they did when Calico was bustling and buzzing.             In 2005, Calico was given state histor ..read more

Despite the fact that only 45 percent of American households owned a car in the 1930s, the first drive-in theater opened on June 6, 1933.  Cars packed into Park-In Theaters in Camden, New Jersey, where central speakers broadcasted to a full lot of cars filled with happy families. The term “drive-in movie theater” came later, but whatever eager movie-goers called it, the idea was the brainchild of Richard Hollingsworth.   As the story goes, Hollingworth’s cutting edge idea came about due to his mother’s discomfort in traditional theater seats. After experimenting in his own driveway ..read more