Ghost Tours & Hauntings

Every fall, the ghosts of Warren County begin appearing, determined not to be forgotten. Over the years, these ghostly sightings have left local residents and visitors to ponder the what and why of this paranormal activity. Below is a list of haunted attractions eagerly awaiting the brave of heart.

Ghostly Walking Tours in Waynesville
Wednesday, Fridays and Saturdays
October 14 - 31
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Who needs reality television when you can go to Waynesville-the most Haunted Village in Ohio-for their popular Ghostly Walking Tours? Enjoy one of three unique walking tours past historic downtown buildings and through the Quaker Historical District. See famous landmarks like the Stetson house, which is said to still be haunted by its former owner-Louisa Stetson, the original investor in the Stetson Hat Company.

Ghost of the Museums
Fridays & Saturdays
October 9-31
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The Warren County Historical Society and the Spiritual H.O.P.E. Society paranormal team have partnered to form a ghoulish venture called the "Ghosts in the Museums" tours featuring both Glendower historic mansion and Harmon Hall (also known as the Warren County History Center). Take tours of both historic sites and learn all about the reported sightings of historic figures and other ghostly happenings uncovered during two separate paranormal investigations.

The Golden Lamb
27 S. Broadway
513-932-5065
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On the 4th floor of The Golden Lamb Inn in historic downtown Lebanon, there is a special room called "Sarah's Room" where many guests say they have encountered the presence of Sarah Stubbs, a child who lived in the hotel in the 1800´s. As a relative of the inn´s owner, she and her mother were often relocated from room to room. All the moving disturbed Sarah and her frustration is felt (and seen) today by her toys and belongings unexpectedly being moved, or doors being opened.

Spirits of Franklin: Images of the Past Etched in Stone
October 24-28
Call 937-746-1914 for more information

The Franklin Area Historial Society offers a special walking tour through the city's famous Woodhill Cemetery. This is a unique way to learn about some of Franklin's famous historical figures currently residing in the cemetery.

Haunted Hot Dog Roast in Springboro
October 13
Call 937-748-0074 for more information

The Springboro community comes together each fall for its Haunted Hot Dog Roast. Start with a dinner of traditional fare-hot dogs and roasted marshmallows before your guided ghost tour of historic Springboro. The eerie noises and faint sounds of footsteps you'll hear belong to the spirits of some of Springboro's earliest residents as they visit and tell why they still appear throughout the city.