Maryland's Haunted Waters: Spirits of the Chesapeake Bay | Ep. 20

The Halloween Podcast

In Episode 20 of The Halloween Podcast, host Lyle Perez explores the haunted landscapes of Maryland, a state filled with rich history and chilling ghost stories. Known as the Old Line State, Maryland has witnessed centuries of dark events, from battlefields still echoing with cannon fire to haunted houses filled with restless spirits. This episode takes you through 10 of Maryland’s most haunted locations, where the past still lingers in eerie ways.

Featured Haunted Locations:

Antietam Battlefield Address: 302 E Main St, Sharpsburg, MD 21782 The bloodiest single-day battle in American history still echoes here, with reports of ghostly soldiers marching and the sounds of battle filling the air. Visitors often feel an intense cold and see shadowy figures among the fields.

The U.S. Naval Academy
Address: 121 Blake Rd, Annapolis, MD 21402
Known for its deep history, the Naval Academy is also said to be haunted by the ghost of a former midshipman, who was reportedly heartbroken after losing his love. His spirit is seen walking the grounds at night.

The Davis Memorial Library
Address: 3711 Maryland Ave, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Haunted by a librarian named Mary, who allegedly took her own life after a tragic love affair, the library is known for flying books, cold spots, and ghostly whispers asking for help.

The Carroll Mansion, Baltimore
Address: 800 E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21202
Once home to Charles Carroll, the last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence, the mansion is haunted by shadowy figures and a sorrowful woman in black, waiting for someone who will never return.

The Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House
Address: 3725 Dr. Samuel Mudd Rd, Waldorf, MD 20601
Haunted by John Wilkes Booth and Dr. Mudd, this house is filled with phantom footsteps, ghostly whispers, and the lingering smell of tobacco, as if Mudd himself is still roaming the halls.

The Haunted Church Hill Theatre
Address: 103 Walnut St, Church Hill, MD 21623
A former movie house turned live theater, this venue is haunted by a former actor who died tragically. Shadowy figures, cold drafts, and ghostly whispers are common occurrences during performances.

The Patapsco Female Institute
Address: 3691 Sarah’s Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21043
The ruins of this former girls' school are haunted by a woman in white, with the laughter of girls and faint music still heard on misty nights. Cold spots and mysterious figures are frequently reported by visitors.

Forest Haven Asylum
Address: 9700 Old Gunpowder Rd, Laurel, MD 20708
This abandoned asylum, once known for overcrowding and abuse, is now infamous for its paranormal activity. Visitors report hearing screams, the sound of gurneys rolling down the halls, and shadowy figures lurking in the dark.

The Westminster Hall and Burying Ground
Address: 519 W Fayette St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Known as the final resting place of Edgar Allan Poe, this graveyard is haunted by his spirit, as well as other ghostly figures who seem to wander among the graves. Visitors often hear disembodied voices, and some have even seen Poe’s ghost.

The Point Lookout Lighthouse
Address: 1625 Lighthouse Rd, Scotland, MD 20687
This Civil War-era lighthouse is said to be one of the most haunted in America, with sightings of ghostly soldiers, unexplained footsteps, and the eerie laughter of children echoing across the grounds.

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Keywords: Haunted Maryland, Maryland Ghost Stories, Haunted Locations, Paranormal Maryland, Haunted America, Antietam Battlefield, Carroll Mansion, Davis Memorial Library, Samuel A. Mudd House, Church Hill Theatre, Patapsco Female Institute, Forest Haven Asylum, Westminster Hall, Point Lookout Lighthouse

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