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Mickey's Tavern in Madison, Wisconsin
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Mickey's Tavern in Madison, Wisconsin

Mickey's Tavern in Madison, Wisconsin is one of America's Most Haunted Bars.

July 8, 2025Read →
The Rise of Paranormal Tourism: From Fringe to Fortune
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The Rise of Paranormal Tourism: From Fringe to Fortune

July 8, 2025Read →
Minneapolis Ghosts: The Haunted History of the Foshay Tower
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Minneapolis Ghosts: The Haunted History of the Foshay Tower

Explore the haunted history of Minneapolis’ iconic Foshay Tower—where ambition, tragedy, and restless spirits intertwine. A must-visit stop on our Minneapolis Ghost Walk!

July 6, 2025Read →
Ghosts of the Game: The Haunted Legacy of the Chicago Black Sox
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Ghosts of the Game: The Haunted Legacy of the Chicago Black Sox

Explore the superstition, scandal, and ghosts that still haunt Comiskey Park’s legacy from the Chicago Black Sox to the curse of opening on a Friday

July 5, 2025Read →
The Pitcher Man of Rockport: Maine’s Most Cheerful Ghost Story
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The Pitcher Man of Rockport: Maine’s Most Cheerful Ghost Story

William Richardson, a patriotic reveler killed by Tories in 1783, still haunts Rockport’s Goose River Bridge—pitcher in hand, toasting freedom forever.

July 4, 2025Read →
Happy World UFO Day!
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Happy World UFO Day!

Celebrating World UFO Day with eerie tales of unexplained lights, flying creatures, and vanishings from American Ghost Walks tour locations. Keep looking up!

July 2, 2025Read →
Kenneth Arnold and the Origin of Flying Saucers
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Kenneth Arnold and the Origin of Flying Saucers

On June 24, 1947, Kenneth Arnold’s UFO sighting near Mount Rainier sparked the term “flying saucer” and launched the modern UFO era.

June 24, 2025Read →
Tips To Find Your Ideal Ghost Tour
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Tips To Find Your Ideal Ghost Tour

Discover how to choose the perfect ghost tour for your next haunted adventure. From walking tours to paranormal investigations, Mike Huberty of American Ghost Walks shares expert tips for finding the right mix of history, storytelling, and supernatural thrills.

June 20, 2025Read →
The Haunted History of Fort Christian in the Virgin Islands
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The Haunted History of Fort Christian in the Virgin Islands

Uncover the haunted history of Fort Christian in St. Thomas, USVI—ghostly tales, rich heritage, and spine-tingling island legends await!

June 17, 2025Read →
The Moko Jumbie: Spirit Guardian of the Virgin Islands
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The Moko Jumbie: Spirit Guardian of the Virgin Islands

Discover the powerful spirit of the Moko Jumbie—a guardian of Caribbean folklore and festivals. Join our ghost walk and feel the magic in the streets.

June 17, 2025Read →
The Conjuring 2: Real or Fake?
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The Conjuring 2: Real or Fake?

Discover the chilling true events of the Enfield Poltergeist—the real-life haunting that inspired the hit horror film The Conjuring 2.

June 9, 2025Read →
The Conjuring House: Is the Haunting Real or Fake?
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The Conjuring House: Is the Haunting Real or Fake?

Is the Conjuring movie fake or is it all terrifyingly real? The latest news about the Conjuring House includes the true story. Get all the info on Andrea Perron and Ed and Lorraine Warren and a new, upcoming Conjuring movie. Plus Zak Bagans investigates, but not before the Ghost Hunters who investigated way back in 2005. We show you where you can watch this historic episode starring Jason Hawes, Grant Wilson, and special guest star John Zaffis, the nephew of Ed and Lorraine Warren. Unfortunately today Jason Hawes and current owner Jacqueline Nuñez are embroiled in a nasty controversy, which forced the closure of the Conjuring House to paranormal tourism in 2024. Get ready to separate fact from fiction! At American Ghost Walks, we're only interested in the real ghosts and real spooky fun.

June 6, 2025Read →

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