The Moss Mansion Historic House Museum is located in Billings, Montana on 914 Division St. It is a turn of the century, red-stoned mansion built by P.B. Moss, who moved to Billings from Paris, Missouri
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The Moss Mansion Historic House Museum is located in Billings, Montana on 914 Division St. It is a turn of the century, red-stoned mansion built by P.B. Moss, who moved to Billings from Paris, Missouri. It was inhabited solely by Mr. and Mrs. Moss, their six children, and 3 servants until 1984. The house was built for a cost of $105,000, when most homes averaged about $3000. It has 28 rooms, and is 60 feet (18 m) square. It rises 45 feet (14 m) into the air.
The Mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can still see the original furniture, draperies, carpets and fixtures during a one-hour guided tour. Seasonal exhibits are also featured. The Moss Mansion was designed by the famous New York Architect, Henry Hardenbergh, who also designed the original Waldorf-Astoria, Plaza Hotel, The Dakota, Williard Hotel, and Copely Hotel. The Moss Mansion is operated by the Billings Preservation Society, Inc., a non-profit organization.
Reports go all the way back to the 1980's when Melville Moss was being taken care of by a nurse. Since Melville was unable to get to the 2nd floor sleeping quarters they setup a bed in the alcove of the master staircase. The nurse had a cot in the hallway going to the kitchen. One night before Melville passed away the nurse heard some sounds. Thinking that Melville may have passed she went to check. The nurse reported that Melville was fine however she did see a little girl on the landing of the master staircase. The nurse quickly returned to bed.
The apparition of a man has been seen coming down the master staircase to the main floor. The man is believed to be P.B. Moss.
Reports of a cool breeze going up and over people have been reported throughout the Mansion.
