11. Sachs Covered Bridge & Jennie Wade House
Gettysburg
Seek out more scares and dive deeper into the ghostly history of the town at a variety of haunted areas near downtown Gettysburg. Sites such as the Sachs Covered Bridge, the Jennie Wade House, and other historic buildings stake claim to paranormal sightings. Take a self-guided walking tour through town and discover more of Gettysburg’s haunted history.
12. Betsy Ross House
Philadelphia
You may run into the spirit of the iconic woman who designed the first American flag herself when you take a tour of the Betsy Ross House in Old City, Philadelphia. Paranormal experts guess that having dealt with the loss of a husband and several children in her lifetime is why she’s often seen and heard crying in her old homestead.
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13. Pennhurst Asylum
Spring City
Once home to the Pennhurst State School, Pennhurst Asylum reopens on select nights from September through November as a seasonal haunted attraction. For history without chainsaws or creatures, take a three-hour daytime tour featuring remediated spaces, preserved artifacts, and stories from former employees. Photographers can examine the former institution’s architecture and history during a dedicated photography tour.
14. Night of the Living Dead Cemetery
Evans City
In a remote cemetery in Evans City, hidden from view, the “living dead” rose from the ground and walked the Earth in search of human flesh — or, at least, that’s what happened in the 1968 film Night of the Living Dead, directed by George A. Romero. Scenes of this cult-horror classic were filmed throughout Evans City, including the Evans City Cemetery, where the opening sequence of the movie takes place. Travel to see where the global zombie craze began at this cemetery and stumble upon some ghostly acquaintances while there.
15. Selma Mansion
Norristown
A federal-style manor with a storied past, the Selma Mansion is one of the oldest structures in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Dating back to 1794, this historic home is said to be haunted by members of the various families who once resided and died on property. Schedule an appointment or visit during an open house, annual history day, or Halloween House of Horrors event.
16. Carrie Blast Furnace
Pittsburgh
Located along the Monongahela River, the Carrie Blast Furnaces are among the few surviving pre-World War II blast furnaces in the country. This National Historic Landmark preserves Pittsburgh’s steelmaking history and the difficult conditions workers faced during the early 20th century. Visitors have reported unexplained sounds, voices, and shadowy figures while touring the site.
