Captain Thompson Phillips House

🏚️ mansion

Plymouth, Massachusetts ยท Est. 1700

About This Location

A colonial-era home with the distinction of being legally declared haunted in 1733. The house has been at the center of great debate for almost three hundred years regarding its paranormal activity.

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The Ghost Story

The Captain Thompson Phillips House holds a unique place in American paranormal history - it was legally declared haunted in 1733, making it one of the first officially recognized haunted houses in the New World. For nearly three centuries, this declaration has been the subject of great debate and fascination. The legal recognition came after numerous witnesses testified to supernatural occurrences within the home that could not be explained by natural means. Over the years, visitors and residents have reported a wide variety of paranormal phenomena, including apparitions in colonial dress, disembodied voices speaking in archaic English, and objects moving on their own. Cold spots are frequently encountered throughout the house, and some visitors report feeling as though they are being watched. The house's proximity to Plymouth's colonial burial grounds may contribute to its haunted reputation, as the entire area is rich with the spirits of America's earliest settlers who endured tremendous hardship in the New World.

Researched from 2 verified sources including historical records, local archives, and paranormal research organizations. Learn about our research process.

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