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Paranormal Potpourri

American Ghost Walks' collections of paranormal tales and mysteries will send shivers down your spine, but they'll also offer insight into the joys and challenges of ghost-hunting. So read on for a little inspiration, and maybe we'll see you on one of our tours someday.

Why Is Friday the 13th Unlucky? The Real History Behind the Superstition

Discover the real history behind Friday the 13th superstition. From ancient Norse mythology and Biblical Last Supper connections to the Knights Templar myth and Thomas Lawson's 1907 novel, explore how Friday and 13 became the Western world's most famous unlucky combination.

Donna Olimpia Maidalchini: Rome's "She-Pope" and the Phantom Carriage of Ponte Sisto

Walk in the haunted footsteps of Olimpia Maidalchini in Rome, Italy.

Jimi Hendrix Ghost Stories: Paranormal Encounters, Death Mysteries, and Haunted Places to Visit

Explore Jimi Hendrix ghost stories, paranormal encounters, conspiracy theories about his death, and haunted places where fans still feel his presence.

Why Ghost Tours Are the Perfect Bachelorette Party Idea

Looking for a unique bachelorette party idea? Ghost tours are fun, spooky, and unforgettable, perfect for brides and their best friends.

Why I Believe in Magic: Science, Consciousness, and the Secret Power of the Universe

Discover why real magic is more than fantasy. Drawing on Dean Radin's Real Magic and decades of parapsychology research, this blog explores telepathy, psychokinesis, rituals, and the role of consciousness in shaping reality.

The Science of Hauntings: Exploring Ghost Encounters Through Research and Real-Life Cases

Explore the science of hauntings in this in-depth article featuring real-life ghost encounters, case studies, and modern research into paranormal phenomena, life after death, and the mysteries of consciousness.

The Amityville Horror, The Warrens, and The Conjuring: Fact vs. Fiction

Uncover the real events behind The Amityville Horror, Ed and Lorraine Warren's investigation, and the myths that still haunt pop culture today.

Sleep Paralysis and The Paranormal: When Nightmares Feel Real

Explore the terrifying world of sleep paralysis, from cultural legends like the Old Hag and Popobawa to alien abductions, incubi, succubi, and the latest science. Where do dreams end and the paranormal begin?

10 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Private Ghost Tour for Your Team

Planning a team event? Here are 10 smart questions to ask before booking a private ghost tour for your company or group. Make it memorable, meaningful, and just the right amount of spooky.

Why Ghost Tours Might Be the Best Thing You Do for Team Building This Year

Discover how ghost tours can boost corporate team building through shared experiences, neuroscience, and immersive storytelling. A fun, research-backed way to reduce stress and improve team cohesion.

From the Busboy to the Boardroom (and the Basement): How a Lifetime of Ghost Stories Built a Haunted Business

Discover how a lifelong fascination with ghosts led to the creation of American Ghost Walks, one of the fastest-growing haunted tour companies in the U.S. From early paranormal encounters to a pitch on Shark Tank, this is the story of turning spooky passion into a thriving business.

The Wendigo Legend: Real Stories, Native Folklore, and Hauntings

Explore the chilling legend of the Wendigo—from Native American folklore to real-life cannibal tales and ghost stories.

Haunted Theaters Across America

Ghosts of actors that never left the stage in these haunted theaters across the United States of America.

The Rise of Paranormal Tourism: From Fringe to Fortune

How ghost tours, haunted hotels, and paranormal investigations transformed from a niche curiosity into a booming travel industry.

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!

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.

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.

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.

The Conjuring House: Is the Haunting Real or Fake?

Is the Conjuring movie fake or is it all terrifyingly real? Explore the true story of the Perron family, the Warrens' investigation, and the latest news from the Conjuring House.

Ghost Hunting: 10 Essential Tips for First-Time Paranormal Investigators

Master essential ghost hunting techniques with expert tips on equipment, safety, and investigation methods. Start your paranormal journey like a pro today.

Horror Movie Recommendations from Ghost Hunters!

Check out our crew's favorite horror movies to celebrate your Halloween!

The Real Paranormal Inspiration Behind Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny brought the whip-toting, fedora-wearing, artifact-hunting Hollywood hero back to the big screen. But did you know the movie's storyline is inspired by a real-life ancient artifact?

The Chinnery Backseat Driver

Is this one of the most convincing ghost photos to ever be taken?

Christmas Ghost Stories From All Our Locations...

A sneak preview of the holiday haunts in all of our spots — spine-chilling Christmas ghost stories from our tour cities across America.

Krampus and the Monsters of Christmas

Discover the chilling legends of Krampus, Gryla, and other terrifying Christmas monsters haunting global folklore — where bad kids meet festive fear.

Day of the Dead (Día de Los Muertos)

Join us in exploring the vibrant traditions of the Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, a celebration of the departed widely observed in Mexico and Latin America that is a fusion of cultures.

American Ghost Walks on Shark Tank

American Ghost Walks showcased their haunted history tours on Shark Tank's Halloween episode, bringing spooky storytelling to a national audience.

The Psychic Legacy of Upton Sinclair

Explore the psychic research and labor activism of Upton Sinclair in Chicago's haunted past. Discover more with American Ghost Walks' ghost tours.

Why Ghost Tours Make Great Team Building Activities

Discover how haunted history tours spark trust, boost creativity, and break team routines. A fun, eerie way to bond beyond the boardroom.

A Paranormal Experience After Kissing The Blarney Stone

Discover how kissing the legendary Blarney Stone unleashed an unexpected paranormal encounter. Read one visitor's true supernatural experience in Ireland.

Allison Jornlin Presents at ParaMOOC 2023: The Hidden Ghost Hunter Catherine Crowe

Discover Catherine Crowe, the forgotten pioneer of paranormal research, in Allison Jornlin's ParaMOOC 2023 talk on ghosts, hauntings & poltergeists.

Krampus: The Christmas Punisher

Explore the chilling origins of Krampus, the dark side of Christmas lore. Discover haunted history, ancient traditions, and how Krampusnacht lives on today.

Haunted Wisconsin Dells: The Ghost of Peter Kürten

Discover the chilling story of Peter Kurten, Dusseldorf's infamous vampire killer. From brutal murders to his mummified head, uncover the dark tale that shocked Germany.

The Do's And Don'ts of Visiting A Cemetery

Planning a cemetery visit? Learn the essential do's and don'ts to show respect, stay safe, and enjoy a meaningful, ghostly experience among the graves.

History of the Halloween Costume

Explore the fascinating history of Halloween costumes from the 1960s to today. Discover how ancient traditions, pop culture, and spooky folklore shaped what we wear.

Rhinelander's Hodag Store Robbed by… Carmen Sandiego?

Carmen Sandiego strikes Rhinelander's Hodag Store in a playful twist on the classic mystery. Follow the clues in this entertaining and quirky heist story.

Even Serial Killers Want To Be Loved By Their Moms

Explore how twisted mother-son bonds shaped America's most infamous serial killers — real ghost stories that still haunt cities like Chicago and Los Angeles.

Paranormal Women: A Hidden History

Explore the untold stories of pioneering women in ghost hunting, tulpas, and voodoo lore — forgotten legends who helped define the world of the paranormal.

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