Paranormal In Pennsylvania
Welcome to Paranormal in Pennsylvania, where we discuss history and hauntings. In each episode we answer the question, ”Are we brave enough to visit these places of paranormal phenomena?” Follow us on instagram for updates and pictures of our adventures at @paranormalinpennsylvania Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paranormalinpennsylvania/support
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Arcadia University might be known for its academics, but its ghostly legends are just as intriguing. With a campus built on history—literally, in the case of one hall’s cemetery origins—Arcadia is a hotspot for paranormal activity. From the infamous Grey Towers Castle, where the spirits of the Harrison family linger, to the eerie echoes of past students in dorm rooms, this university is teeming with unexplained phenomena. We discuss resident ghosts, including the legend of Abigail, who searches for her lost love, and Max, the mischievous ghost who takes photos of sleeping students. Plus, we’ll explore the haunted Mirror Room, where a reflection might just seal your fate. Join us as we uncover the spirits of Arcadia University and debate whether we'd dare spend a night in Grey Towers Castle.

Thursday Mar 20, 2025
The Abbey on Butler in Pittsburgh, PA: Espresso and Apparitions
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Step into the eerie charm of The Abbey on Butler, a Pittsburgh hotspot with a haunting past. Once the Wayne Brass Foundry and later Henninger Funeral Home during the Great Depression, this historic building carries whispers of its storied history into its current life as a vibrant restaurant and coffee shop. In this episode, we uncover the layers of history that make The Abbey a prime location for paranormal intrigue. From ghostly figures seen by staff to unexplained door slams, we explore the chilling tales tied to its days as a funeral home. Could the reclaimed materials—like stained glass from a Methodist church or iron elevator panels from another Pittsburgh landmark—bring their own spirits into the mix? Grab your coffee, and let’s explore the mysteries of The Abbey on Butler!

Thursday Mar 13, 2025
The Blue Ball Inn in Tredyffrin Township, PA: Prissy’s Wrath and Ghostly Secrets
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Tucked away in Tredyffrin Township, PA, lies the Blue Ball Inn, a historic landmark with a dark and chilling past. Built in 1735 to serve weary travelers, this once-bustling inn holds tales of scandal, tragedy, and murder. From its infamous owner, Priscilla "Prissy" —known for her fiery temper and unconventional ways—to the discovery of skeletons hidden within its walls, the Blue Ball Inn has been the subject of countless rumors of paranormal activity. Join us as we unravel the eerie history of the inn, from muffled cries in the night and ghostly footsteps to the apparition of Prissy herself, who is said to haunt the property to this day. Is it just Prissy's spirit lingering, or do the restless souls of those murdered here remain trapped in the afterlife?

Thursday Mar 06, 2025
The Lincoln Room in West Chester, PA: The Ghosts of the President and the Prisoner
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Step back in time to the historic Lincoln Building in West Chester, PA, a four-story structure brimming with history—and hauntings. Constructed in 1833, this building played a pivotal role in Abraham Lincoln's rise to the presidency, as it’s where the first biography of Lincoln was penned. Today, it houses the Lincoln Heritage Center, showcasing artifacts tied to Lincoln, abolition, and local history. Beneath its historical charm lies a chilling tale. In 1788, a convicted horse thief named John Tully endured brutal punishment, including ear mutilation, before succumbing to delirium and death on this very site. His eerie laughter is said to echo through the first floor, unsettling visitors and staff alike. Paranormal investigators have reported strange noises, feelings of being watched, and otherworldly chuckles after dark. Is it just Tully's restless spirit, or do other ghosts from nearly two centuries of history linger here?

Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Graceland in Memphis, TN: Haunting Melodies and Elvis's Eternal Presence
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Step beyond the velvet ropes of Graceland to explore the eerie encounters and ghostly phenomena of Elvis's famous property. Built in 1939 and purchased by Elvis in 1957, this iconic Memphis mansion became not only his beloved sanctuary but also, some say, his eternal home. Join us as we uncover the spine-chilling stories told by family, friends, and visitors who have experienced Elvis’s lingering presence: footsteps on the forbidden second floor, echoes of his famous voice, and even sightings of his figure in the Jungle Room. Alongside these tales of Elvis’s spirit, we dive into reports of his mother Gladys’s haunting presence, phantom piano and guitar music, and eerie sensations in the rooms where Elvis’s closest family lived and died. Whether you believe or not, the accounts surrounding Graceland make one thing clear—this house is more than a museum; it’s alive with the spirit of the King.

Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Axe Hollow in Erie, PA: Phantom Whispers in the Woods
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Tucked away in the eerie expanse of Millcreek Township, near serene hiking trails, lies the infamous Axe Murder Hollow—home to one of Erie, PA's most chilling legends. This haunting tale begins over sixty years ago when, as the story goes, a farmer discovered his wife’s affair and brutally ended her life and that of her lover. Ever since, his vengeful spirit is said to prowl the woods, leaving fear in his wake. But that’s just one version of this sinister story. Others believe it’s connected to Billy the Butcher, a local hermit with a misunderstood reputation. And then there’s the grim reality—bodies of murder victims have been discovered in this shadowy hollow, blending legend with true crime. From couples trapped in cars with dying batteries to ghostly apparitions and strange lights, Axe Hollow offers paranormal intrigue that’s impossible to ignore.

Thursday Feb 13, 2025
The Jean Bonnet Tavern in Bedford, PA: Ghosts, Highwaymen, and Haunting History
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Check in to the paranormal at the historic Jean Bonnet Tavern in Bedford, PA. Built in 1762, this former French fort and trading post has hosted generals, whiskey rebels, and weary travelers—but it seems some guests never checked out. From spectral highwaymen to phantom touches at the bar, this centuries-old tavern has no shortage of ghostly tales. Guests and staff alike report chilling encounters: glasses flying off tables, apparitions in frontier clothing, and doors mysteriously opening on their own. Even the attic, long rumored to be a hotspot for paranormal activity, holds its own eerie secrets. Join us as we explore the haunted history of the Jean Bonnet Tavern, where the spirits flow as freely as the drinks.

Thursday Feb 06, 2025
The Baker Mansion in Altoona, PA: Heartbreaks and Hauntings
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Step into the eerie world of Baker Mansion in Altoona, PA, where love, loss, and lingering spirits take center stage. Once the grand home of Elias Baker and his family, this 19th-century mansion is more than just a historic site—it’s a paranormal hotspot. In this episode, we uncover the tragic tale of Anna Baker, the heartbroken daughter of the ironmaster, who refused to marry after her forbidden love was shattered. Her spirit is said to still wander the halls, dancing in her room and even watching visitors from a mirror. We’ll dive into chilling stories of the mysterious swaying wedding dress, the eerie music box that plays on its own, and the unexplained re-opening of shutters. With apparitions, disembodied voices, and even EVP recordings, Baker Mansion’s ghostly residents—both Anna and her stern father Elias—continue to make their presence known.

Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Gettysburg National Cemetery in Gettysburg, PA: Ghosts of the Battlefield and Beyond
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Step onto hallowed ground as we explore the eerie history and hauntings of Gettysburg National Cemetery in Gettysburg, PA. Built to honor the fallen Union soldiers of the bloody Battle of Gettysburg, this sacred site is steeped in history—and paranormal activity. With over 3,500 Civil War burials, including 979 unknown soldiers, it’s no wonder this cemetery is a hotspot for ghostly encounters. Visitors report orbs of light dancing from grave to grave, full-body apparitions of soldiers marching or hiding, and even the haunting cries of cannon fire and battle screams echoing through the stillness. Could these spirits be trapped in the battle, unaware of their fate, or are they drawn back by something deeper? Others have felt unexplained sensations, such as electric shocks, cold sweats, and icy whispers, like the raspy sigh of a ghostly presence standing just behind them. Technology also seems to fail here—cameras malfunction, batteries die without warning, and dense fog often appears out of nowhere, enveloping the graves and making it nearly impossible to navigate. Is this just nature playing tricks, or is the cemetery itself alive with energy from the past? Join us as we delve into the paranormal tales of Gettysburg National Cemetery, from ghostly soldiers and grieving nurses to visitors’ firsthand encounters with the unknown. This is an episode you don’t want to miss—if you dare to listen!

Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Wildwood Sanatorium in Salamanca, NY: Ghosts of Horror and Healing
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Nestled in the serene hills of Salamanca, NY, the Wildwood Sanitarium hides a chilling duality: a place once dedicated to healing now brims with paranormal activity. Built in 1900, this historic structure has seen it all—from holistic treatments like electric baths and light therapy to the dark shadows of lobotomies and a tuberculosis outbreak. In this episode, we unravel tales of shadow figures, disembodied voices, and objects moving on their own. Hear our first hand account of an overnight investigation in this mysterious sanitarium. Can you handle the spirits of Wildwood? Tune in—if you dare! 👻