Paranormal Sightings in Jefferson County, West Virginia

Jefferson county is home to a number of paranormal sightings, most of these sightings fall into two towns. And these towns were part of the civil war, so they are not only a place to maybe see a ghost, but there are historical sites as well.

Harpers Ferry: Is located at the confluence of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers.

From the Harper's Ferry National Historic website- " Harpers Ferry witnessed a lot of events that influenced the history of our nation. The first American railroad, John Brown's attack on slavery, and the largest surrender of federal troops during the civil war."

Harpers Ferry National Park- The ghost of John Brown walks the grounds with his black dog. It is said that his ghost appears so solid and real that people are known to start conversations with him, only to have him disappear right before their eyes.

The Hilltop House Hotel: This historic century old hotel is located at 400 E. Ridge St. in Harpers Ferry. Some of the famous guests of this hotel have included Alexander Graham Bell, Mark Twain, Pearl Buck , and President Woodrow Wilson on more than one occasion. This is a site for numerous ghosts. Solders are seen walking inside the hotel and the grounds around the hotel, Room 66 is famously known for its child ghost, who's picture hanging on the wall in the room is rumored to cry "real" tears.This hotel has been the location of numerous sightings of paranormal happenings.

The Chapel Of St. Peter's: This Roman Catholic Church still holds services. The cries of an infant have been heard numerous times along with the Priest who stands at the door at dusk to greet you then vanishes into thin air. There have been reports of the cry's of solders who died here as well. The cemetery next to the church is a hot spot of paranormal activity as well.

Shepardstown- The local college university is the setting for the paranormal in this town with sightings throughout the whole school.

Shepardstown University-

Gardiner Hall- On the third floor bathroom of this building, The homecoming queen was taking a shower when she slipped in the shower and died. People say they see her walking on the football field on the anniversary of her death, and they also see her in the bathroom too.

Kenamond Hall- Legend says that when this building was constructed a man named "George" a construction worker fell to his death. His ghost is seen, and sometimes heard in the basement. Electronic equipment is said to be tampered with by a little boy ghost, who is very mischievous.

Miller Hall- The attic of this building is the place of paranormal sounds, A young nursing student committed suicide by hanging herself there. She is spotted in the halls, and solders are seen walking the halls, this building was used as a hospital during the civil war.

Shaw Hall- around this building there are rumors of a old cemetery that used to be located there, and the sightings of a young girl with flowing red hair and white dress who wanders the hallways.

Jefferson County, WV is a historical area with lots to do and see and if you are lucky maybe you will run into a ghost.