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  • Exterior of the Wildwood Sanitarium stone building in Salamanca, New York
    Haunted History

    Visit the haunted Wildwood Sanitarium in Salamanca, New York

    Something about a historic sanitarium automatically gives me the chills. The stories, the atrocities, and the health problems all combine to create a morbid history. Add to that a building that had been abandoned for years where some walls are…

    June 2, 2026
  • Haunted Hinsdale House in Cattaraugus County
    Haunted History

    Is the Hinsdale House really haunted?

    While on a recent visit in the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County, I had the opportunity to visit their two most famous haunted locations. The Haunted Hinsdale House and the Wildwood Sanitarium both offered me tours of the properties, with…

    March 2, 2026
  • Woman drinking a coffee under wall art of several open books.
    Upstate New York

    Things to Do in Mexico, NY That Might Surprise You

    Nestled atop the hills of Oswego County, Mexico, NY is filled with fascinating history. Visit a stop on the underground railroad. Do some phenomenal birdwatching. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a good book. Or learn about the history of…

    February 3, 2026
  • Woman in Old Settler's Cemetery in Charlotte
    Haunted History

    Take a Ghost Tour in Charlotte to Learn about its Unique History

    Anytime I travel to a new place, one of the first things I look up (after where to eat) is what haunted places are around. Haunted locations have been a passion of mine since I was probably too young for…

    August 11, 2024
  • Man standing in a cemetery wearing period clothing and a wig
    Haunted History,  Upstate New York

    At the Historic Old Dutch Church in Kingston, the Ghosts Come Alive

    One of the most historic graveyards in New York State rests beside the Old Dutch Church in Kingston. Located in the Historic Stockade District, the burial ground is the final resting place for many famous Kingston and Hudson Valley former…

    October 30, 2023
  • Silhouette of Harriet Tubman Statue in Auburn, New York
    Haunted History,  Upstate New York

    Learn about the Ghosts of Auburn on this Haunted History Tour

    An assassination attempt. The first electric chair. Strange visions. It's no surprise that Auburn, New York is haunted. In October, take a tour of Prison City and learn about the ghosts and their stories.

    October 26, 2023
  • 1867 Parkview Inn in Owego
    Haunted History,  Upstate New York

    Do You Dare Spend a Night at 1867 Parkview Inn, the Haunted Hotel in Owego?

    Owego's 1867 Parkview Inn has been beautifully restored, welcoming visitors from all around. But behind the modern renovations, will you encounter a ghostly guest from its past?

    October 25, 2023
  • Exterior view of the Phelps Mansion in Binghamton, NY
    Haunted History,  Upstate New York

    These Historic Mansions are the Most Haunted Places in Binghamton, NY

    Upstate New York is filled with history, and that history comes with plenty of mysterious and inexplicable stories. The southern tier city of Binghamton is no different. In fact, there are several historic mansions in town that have ghost stories…

    October 20, 2023
  • Mineral Spring in Saratoga Springs at Night
    Haunted History,  Upstate New York

    Haunted Places in Saratoga Springs that are Filled with Ghost Stories

    In a place with as much history as Saratoga Springs, there are bound to be legends of hauntings and ghosts. So it should come as no surprise that the capital region city invites paranormal enthusiasts to visit - particularly in…

    October 19, 2023
  • Pumpkins
    Upstate New York

    Fall Events in Oswego County for the Entire Family to Enjoy

    Harvest festivals, pumpkin carving, apple picking, haunted happenings, and more fill the calendars. So if you're looking for something to do this autumn, check out the great variety of fall events in Oswego County.

    September 30, 2023
  • Halloween Decorations - 7588 Winterhaven
    Holiday Travel,  Syracuse

    Jinkies! Check Out these Houses with the Best Halloween Decorations in Syracuse

    Looking for the best Halloween decorations in Syracuse, NY? Monsters, cobwebs, fog, giant skeletons, and more decorate these spooky houses.

    October 28, 2022
  • Wayne County Jail Front Cells
    Haunted History,  Upstate New York

    Visit the Mysterious & Haunted Wayne County Jail & Museum in Lyons, NY

    Explore the Museum of Wayne County, located at the historic Wayne County Jail in Lyons, NY - site of the county's only legal execution.

    October 27, 2022
  • Seneca Falls Becker Mansion
    Haunted History,  Upstate New York

    Dare to Explore these Haunted Places in Seneca Falls, NY

    With so much history, there's bound to be some spirits lingering around. Check out some of the haunted places in Seneca Falls, New York.

    October 25, 2022
  • Burn Brae Mansion
    Haunted History

    Spend a Night at Burn Brae Mansion, One of NY’s Most Haunted Hotels

    Located in a remote region of the Catskills, Burn Brae Mansion has repeatedly been named one of the most haunted hotels in the country. People regularly see ghostly figures around the property. And many guests, including myself, have felt strange…

    October 25, 2022
  • Fort Ontario Lantern Tour
    Haunted History

    On the Fort Ontario Lantern Tour, Listen to the Darkest Stories from its Past

    The newest addition in Oswego is the Fort Ontario Lantern Tour: "Murder, Mystery, Mishaps, Maladies, and Mayhem." Throughout the evening, guests will hear some of the darkest stories spanning multiple centuries at the fort.

    October 20, 2022
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