We’ve discussed Baltimore’s most haunted spots before and if you’re looking to explore even more creepy places, then check out the nearby town of Ellicott City. The history of this town goes way back, making for one spooktacular area full of terrifying tales.
- Patapsco Female Institute
Flickr / Howard County Library System This beautiful structure was a former girl’s school, located on Church Road. It’s said that due to harsh winters, several students died while attending this institute and their spirits still roam the building and grounds today. Head here and you just may witness an apparition wearing a long white gown.
- Mt Ida
Wikimedia Commons / Lanney Miyamoto, Photographer The original owner, William Ellicott, died in this home at the age of 43. Several other families later inhabited this structure, also perishing within the walls. One such person was a woman named Miss Ida Tyson and people believe her spirit still wanders the halls. Listen very closely and you can hear the faint jingling of her keys.
- Lilburn Mansion
Google Maps Henry Richard Hazelhurst and his family resided here many decades ago and sadly, Mr. Hazelhurst’s wife and at least one child perished while in the house. Mr. Hazelhurst died here years later, finally being reunited with his family in spirit-form. Visitors claim to have seen apparitions of a man and little girl, and the scent of cigar smoke mysteriously appearing out of nowhere.
- Fire Station Museum
Flickr / mkriedel Many have heard odd sounds while visiting this historic firehouse, including the stomping of boots throughout the halls. Doors are also said to slam shut. Could it be that the ghosts of former firemen are still preparing for work?
- Hayden House
Flickr / Mr.TinDC This house built in the 1800s was originally lived in by Ellicott City’s first county clerk, Edwin Parson Hayden, his spouse, and six children. Mr. Hayden eventually died in the home and today, people often hear mysterious footsteps and witness lights turning on and off by themselves.
Have you visited the nearby town of Ellicott City? Ghost tours are offered here April 1st through November 18th. Click here for more information.
Flickr / Howard County Library System
This beautiful structure was a former girl’s school, located on Church Road. It’s said that due to harsh winters, several students died while attending this institute and their spirits still roam the building and grounds today. Head here and you just may witness an apparition wearing a long white gown.
Wikimedia Commons / Lanney Miyamoto, Photographer
The original owner, William Ellicott, died in this home at the age of 43. Several other families later inhabited this structure, also perishing within the walls. One such person was a woman named Miss Ida Tyson and people believe her spirit still wanders the halls. Listen very closely and you can hear the faint jingling of her keys.
Google Maps
Henry Richard Hazelhurst and his family resided here many decades ago and sadly, Mr. Hazelhurst’s wife and at least one child perished while in the house. Mr. Hazelhurst died here years later, finally being reunited with his family in spirit-form. Visitors claim to have seen apparitions of a man and little girl, and the scent of cigar smoke mysteriously appearing out of nowhere.
Flickr / mkriedel
Many have heard odd sounds while visiting this historic firehouse, including the stomping of boots throughout the halls. Doors are also said to slam shut. Could it be that the ghosts of former firemen are still preparing for work?
Flickr / Mr.TinDC
This house built in the 1800s was originally lived in by Ellicott City’s first county clerk, Edwin Parson Hayden, his spouse, and six children. Mr. Hayden eventually died in the home and today, people often hear mysterious footsteps and witness lights turning on and off by themselves.
The town isn’t all spooky. In fact, it’s also full of charm. Read our previous article all about it here.
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