10 Haunted Locations in Minnesota You Have to See to Believe
Minnesota, known for its lakes and chilly winters, also harbors a lesser-known attraction: its haunted locations collection. Thrill seekers and paranormal enthusiasts flock to these spots yearly to experience the unexplained and supernatural phenomena rumor and story tell of generations.
If you’re brave enough to overcome your skepticism, Minnesota has plenty of eerie sites to choose from, including haunted hotels where guests never checked out and ancient theatres that are still hosting performances from the afterlife. Get ready to take a look at the most spine chilling, goose bump inducing haunted places in the North Star State that will leave you with more questions than answers.
Palmer House Hotel, Sauk Centre
The historic Palmer House Hotel, built in 1901, is known for its otherworldly residents and hospitality and is Sinclair Lewis’s hometown. Paranormal investigators also report encounters with spectral figures and mysterious sounds. 76 percent of those who reported eerie experiences said they felt a supernatural presence, according to a 2017 survey.
Minneapolis, First Avenue Nightclub
Beyond its reputation as a legendary music venue that helped launch Prince’s career, First Avenue is said to be home to a few spirits of its own. Staff and concertgoers often share stories of seeing strange shadows and hearing unexplained whispers during shows, and some say it’s because a woman died there when it was still a Greyhound bus station.
Fitzgerald Theater, St. Paul
Minnesota’s oldest active theater, the Fitzgerald Theater, does more than keep its audience captivated; it is rumored to host the ghost of a former employee named Ben. Performers and stagehands sometimes see this spectral figure, feel sudden cold drafts, and see flickering lights which are all typical signs of a haunting.
St. Paul, Wabasha Street Caves
The Wabasha Street Caves, carved out of sandstone in the 1840s, were used for everything from mushroom farming to illicit speakeasy gatherings, and are said to be haunted by gangsters who used the site during Prohibition. Stories of apparitions in 1930s attire told by tour guides suggest that the site’s spirted past will not die.
Chase on the Lake, Walker
The Chase on the Lake resort overlooks Leech Lake and has a chilling history in the Battle of Sugar Point in 1898. The area’s turbulent history might explain the reports of ghostly warriors seen in the hallways and on the grounds. They are reported mostly during the cold, quiet winter months when the past seems to seep through the frozen cracks in the earth.
The Schmidt Brewery, St. Paul
Rumored to be haunted by its founder, Jacob Schmidt, the old Schmidt Brewery, which opened in the 1850s has been repurposed into artist lofts. Residents have told tales of unexplained noises and of seeing the figure of a man resembling Schmidt wandering the old brewing floors. It’s a scary thought that he might still be running his brews from beyond the grave.
Mounds Theatre, St. Paul
The paranormal isn’t only conjured up in the Mounds Theatre in St. Paul — it is rumored to live there. Patrons report frequent contact with a young girl named Mary who supposedly died there in the 1920s. Objects move around and her mischievous spirit is often blamed.
St. Paul, The Jonathan Padelford Riverboat
The old riverboat Jonathan Padelford is moored along the Mississippi, a tourist attraction, with more than picturesque views. Local lore has the boat haunted by a former captain who shows up by the pilot’s house, steering the boat through the mists of time.
Anoka State Hospital, Anoka
This site was once the Anoka State Asylum, which operated from 1900 to 1999 and housed thousands of patients. Today it is reputed to be one of the most haunted locations in Minnesota and the souls of former patients are said to linger on the property. Visitors say they can feel the despair and confusion, and sometimes hear whispers and cries that echo through the hospital’s halls.
Glensheen Mansion, Duluth
Glensheen Mansion is just as famed for its architecture and views over the lakes as for the bloody murders that took place there in 1977. The estate is open for tours, during the day or night when some guests report seeing the angry spirits of the victims.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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