Wisconsin’s haunted history has a brand-new spotlight this fall. Ghosts of Waukesha , written by paranormal investigator Josh Hughes with R. Michael Huberty of American Ghost Walks , will officially launch on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Milwaukee Paranormal Conference .
This spine-tingling new book uncovers the most haunted places in Waukesha, Wisconsin , blending historical research, chilling local legends, and first-hand paranormal encounters. It’s the first dedicated volume to capture Waukesha’s supernatural past and present... perfect for fans of Wisconsin ghost stories , paranormal investigators, or anyone curious about the spirits said to still walk the streets of “Spring City.”
A Local Guide to Haunted Waukesha
Since 2021, Hughes has been the guide of the popular Waukesha Ghost Walks , introducing visitors to the city’s strangest tales. In the introdu ction, he writes:
“Whether spirits remain and choose to engage with us or not, their stories still live on. Knowing the story gives us more focus on interacting with a potentially haunted location.”
Haunted Highlights from Ghosts of Waukesha
Here are just a few of the eerie stories you’ll discover in the book:
- Club 400 — Once owned by Les Paul’s family, this historic ta vern still echoes with music. A psychic investigator even claimed to see “a man in the basement with a guitar.”
- Little Lord Fauntleroy — The city’s most famous cold case, the mysterious 1921 death of a young boy found in a quarry pond, remains unsolved. His grave is still visited every March.
- Cutler Park — Early settler Morris Cutler swore he was awakened by “phantom Native American voices… arguing with their wives in the middle of the night.”
- The Hille Family Curse — A farmhouse plagued with generations of tragedy, where witnesses still report dark shadow figures on the land.
About the Authors
- Josh Hughes is a lifelong Waukesha resident and paranormal investigator whose storytelling has captivated thousands on the Waukesha Ghost Walks .
- R. Michael Huberty is the founder of American Ghost Walks , which runs ghost tours in over a dozen U.S. cities, and is also the frontman of the paranormal rock band Sunspot .
Meet the Authors at Milwaukee Paracon
The official book launch will take place at Milwaukee Paracon 2025 on October 18 . Conference attendees can grab a signed copy of Ghosts o f Waukesha and hear directly from the authors about their research and ghostly encounters.
Whether you’re planning your next Wisconsin haunted road trip , looking for ghost stories tied to Waukesha history , or simply love a spooky read, Ghosts of Waukesha is sure to be a must-have for your bookshelf.
