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At PANICd.com, every location holds a story waiting to be uncovered. From forgotten cemeteries and abandoned asylums to historic landmarks hiding unsettling pasts, our database is built for those who seek more than just a place on a map. Each entry is a doorway into history, folklore, and firsthand paranormal claims gathered from years of exploration across the United States. Whether you are a seasoned investigator, a curious traveler, or someone drawn to the unexplained, PANICd.com invites you to step beyond the surface and explore the shadows where history and hauntings collide.

789 Documented haunted/historical locations
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52 Documented stories
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Tonight's spotlight: Old Ohio Governor's Mansion

The Old Governor's Mansion at 1234 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio, was built in 1904. Also known as Ohio Archives Building or as Charles H. Lindenberg Home, the building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972

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Hotels Coronado CALIFORNIA

Hotel del Coronado

A living legend for 130 years, The Del celebrates its rich heritage as the proud host to celebrities, royalty, U.S. Presidents and beach-loving guests for generations. Built in 1888 by Elisha Babcock, Jr., and Hampton L. Story and designated a National Hi More →

Factories or Mills North Little Rock ARKANSAS

The Old Mill North Little Rock

Historic re-creation of an 1880's water-powered grist mill. It is in the opening scenes of the classic movie Gone With The Wind. It features sculptures by Senor Dionicio Rodriguez. Located at Fairway Ave. and Lakeshore Drive. More →

School Buildings Youngstown OHIO

Byzantine Catholic Central School

This is the former co-ed K-8 private school built in 1954 which opened in 1955 and was dedicated May 13, 1956 and closed in 2009. More →

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Museums

Because museums house historical artifacts and objects that may hold strong emotional energy from their previous owners (including their remains), it is commonly believed that spirits can become attached to these items and thus the locations where they are kept and placed on display. This is especially true if the items are associated with tragic or significant events, making the museums potential hotspots for hauntings. These hauntings can manifest in various ways, such as unexplained sounds, sudden temperature drops, or even sightings of apparitions. Consequently, many museums have adopted ghost tours and paranormal investigations to explore these intriguing phenomena, attracting visitors curious about the supernatural.

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Factories or Mills

Old factories or mills are often considered "haunted" because of their history of potentially tragic accidents, harsh working conditions, and the large number of people who may have died on site during their operation. These factors have led to stories of lingering spirits attached to the building due to the traumatic experiences associated with the location. The dilapidated state of many abandoned locations also contributes to a spooky atmosphere, further fueling the belief in hauntings. Furthermore, old mills are also located near moving bodies of moving water (waterfalls), which could potentially act as fuel for the spirits to manifest.

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Hotels

People often perceive hotels and motels as "haunted" due to their frequent visitors, who can leave behind residual energy. They are also often old, historic buildings that may have witnessed significant life events, such as deaths, which can create a sense of lingering spirits or "ghosts" in the space. Additionally, the unfamiliar environment and quiet nature of hotels can contribute to feelings of unease and vulnerability. These factors can increase people's likelihood of believing in paranormal experiences.

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Interactive haunted map

The PANICd Haunted Map is a powerful tool that brings hundreds of documented paranormal locations to life, allowing users to visually explore haunted sites across the country. By plotting real locations with precise geocodes, the map lets visitors discover nearby hauntings, filter by categories like cemeteries or historic buildings, and dive deeper into each site’s history and reported paranormal activity. Whether you are planning a road trip or simply exploring from home, the haunted map transforms raw data into an interactive experience that makes the unknown feel just a little closer.

Documented Stories We have several documented stories realted to biographies, folklore, true crime, cryptid, ufo, celebrity ghosts, obscure history and more.

Recently Added Locations

Here is a listing of our most recently added locations. Check back often as we are adding new locations as we find them.

Jacques Guibourd Historic House

The Guibourd House, also known as La Maison de Guibourd, is an example of poteaux-en-terre sealed with bouzillage construction. The structure was built around 1806 and was the home of Jacques Jean Rene Guibourd and his family. More →

Castle Park Association

Holland Castle, often known locally as the Castle Park Mansion, is one of the most unusual and recognizable historic structures associated with Holland, Michigan. More →

Colorado Grande Casino

The Colorado Grande Casino is located in the historic mining town of Cripple Creek, Colorado, a community whose fortunes were built during the gold rush of the late nineteenth century. More →

Belmont Mansion

Belmont Mansion is one of the most impressive historic homes in Nashville, Tennessee. More →

Our Haunted Travels

Our Haunted Travels is based on locations that PANICd.com members and/or owners have visited to conduct research or an investigation based on reported paranormal claims within the PANICd.com database. All of the locations and articles posted here are based on personal experiences of the members and/or owners. We have also used the original PANICd.com YouTube channel to convert it over to Our Haunted Travels where have have documented the locations we have visited from the database on the channel. Below is a playlist on our videos within the most recent one produced.

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