Posts by The Lineup

Known for the horrendous treatment of the inmates inside their walls, these haunted prisons have gone down in history as some of the most gruesome and deadly. So, if you’re feeling a little adventurous and you’re up for a scare, take a stroll down these hallowed halls and check out these spooky cells and their...

From ancient times, people have believed in the dark power of curses, placing their faith in them for protection or revenge. Whether or not they work is another question. But these five allegedly cursed objects seem to have brought very bad luck to the people who came in contact with them. 1. King Tut’s Tomb...

Ever wanted to live in Texas, surrounded by ghosts? It’s your lucky day. Phil and Kim Kirchhoff purchased a home in Mineral Wells, Texas a couple years ago. Unbeknownst to the new owners, this house had a history of ghostly activity. Soon after they purchased the home, neighbors reached out to tell them about the...

You never know what lies just beneath your feet. By 1907, some 4,000 bodies had been exhumed from Denver, Colorado’s Mount Prospect Hill Cemetery. The sprawling burial ground, which was founded in 1859, once served as the resting place for many of Denver’s earliest residents. By the late 1880s, however, Mount Prospect Hill had slipped...

After a long night, the dark drive home along a backcountry road can be perilous. Your eyes play tricks on you. But those who have traveled down Cedervale Road, just outside of Syracuse, New York, know they can’t all be seeing the same “trick”—can they? For decades, nighttime travelers of Cedervale Road, perhaps better known...

If you’ve been to your fair share of haunted houses and are still craving more, we’ve got your solution. Compiled below is a list of some of the scariest haunted towns in America. These towns, despite a booming history, are often desolate and abandoned today. Some even bear a few war scars – and their...

In a city of over 8 million, there’s bound to be a ghost or two. From American Revolutionary spy girls to fallen American Indians, the spirits of old New York still linger amid the busy streets and towering skyscrapers. 1. Manhattan – The Morris-Jumel Mansion – 65 Jumel Terrace, New York, NY On the northern...

No man is an island, and no island is a safe haven. Here, we explore a few of the world’s most deadly islands—each with its own creepy story. From grounds covered in snakes to swamp sinkholes, these islands will make you think twice about building a bungalow to call your own. 1. Poveglia Island, Italy...

1. Jules Verne – Madeleine Cemetery, Saint-Maurice, Amiens, France Considered the grandfather of science fiction, Jules Verne‘s grave – and accompanying sculpture – are as impressive as the man himself. The artwork created by Albert Roze depicts Verne breaking out of his tomb and reaching heavenward. Roze used a plaster mask of Vern’s post-mortem face to...

Violence is a long time coming – some would even say it’s woven into the very nature of human existence. The following ancient murder mysteries show that things weren’t much different in years past. From genocide to intimate killing, this uniquely human act has been with us from the beginning. 1. Georgie of Vindolanda Vindolanda...

Chances are, you grew up near a site said to be haunted. Perhaps it was a spooky house in your neighborhood that stood empty for years, or an old public building that had fallen into ruin. These places collect names as surely as they collect sinister stories, and one such spot is a derelict building...

We think of ghosts as the spirits of deceased humans, not animals. But spooky spots all over the world are famous for being haunted by cats, dogs, and other eerie creatures that took “play dead” a little too seriously. 1. The Stewards House At Montpelier Hill – Ireland Said to be one of the most...

Nestled in the vast expanse of Brooklyn’s Green-Wood Cemetery, you’ll find a miniature version of a Gothic cathedral. This ornate tomb, flanked by two angels, is that of Charlotte Canda, a young woman tragically killed on her 17th birthday in 1845. On her way home from her birthday party in New York City, the horses pulling...

As the American Midwest’s most bustling metropolis, Chicago is a tourist destination for all types of travelers. But the Windy City’s storied past means there’s more than just a good time to be had … Chi-town is also bustling with paranormal activity. From the Second Regiment Armory to the site of H.H. Holmes’ infamous murder...

Augmented reality apps are the trend of the moment. From Pokémon Go and Ingress to Google Translate’s new AR feature Word Lens, the technology is everywhere you look. But there was never a creepy, murder-filled app that brought joy to our dark hearts—until now. Gruesome Gotham combines the treasure hunt-style excitement of Pokémon Go with...