Welcome To Jefferson City Ghosts
From the hallowed halls of the State Capitol to the shadowy depths of the Missouri River, Jefferson City is brimming with ghostly secrets. Join this spooky stroll through the city’s unhinged past and uncover the disturbing secrets that are exposed at night in this seemingly innocent riverside port.
The Bloodiest 47 Acres in America
It’s a moniker only befitting one of the most heinous places in the nation. Nearly every shadow and whisper in the historic district of Jeff City is tied to this notorious prison, making it a prime spot for restless spirits and ghost hunters looking to uncover its chilling secrets.
Venture to the infamous Missouri State Penitentiary with Jefferson City Ghosts to uncover the gruesome history of this tower of terror. Originally opened in 1836, this former fortress of fear once housed some of the most notorious criminals in history and was the site of over 2,000 deaths, each ranging in varying degrees of horrific.
Experience chills as you stand before this cursed building filled with tales of death row dramas, chilling solitary confinement stories, and the eerie Centennial Cells unearthed by accident. Learn about the interesting cast of characters that once found themselves in these grim quarters and why paranormal investigators never leave the building disappointed.
It’s only the beginning of what you’ll see on this twisted trot through Jefferson City’s eeriest and most haunted locations. Welcome to Jefferson City Ghosts.
What Will I See?
Visit Jefferson City’s Most Haunted Locations, Including:
- Missouri State Penitentiary – Many years after it shut its doors, the notorious Missouri State Penitentiary continues to send chills down the spine of anyone who dares to visit. Hear about the ghostly echoes of the prison’s grim past and restless souls still trapped in their final chapters at this infamously haunted location.
- Governor’s Mansion – The majestic Governor’s Mansion may stand as a symbol of luxury and political power today, but even its grandeur cannot hide its shabby, skeletons-in-the-closet past. Uncover whispers of old scandals and the lingering presence of past residents that haunt this stately home.
- Tweedie House – The Tweedie House holds tales of countless lives affected by tragedy. Join Jefferson City Ghosts to unearth the sorrowful stories of a funeral home turned charming Victorian house ravaged by the fiery wrath of the devastating tornado that rocked Jefferson City in 2019.
Macabre Mansions
Built with the sweat and toil of the Missouri State Penitentiary’s finest, this majestic abode was the pride of Capitol Avenue for many years. But a shadowy side accompanied the luxury, and the echoes of its haunted past have turned it into a spine-chilling spectacle that continues to unsettle even the bravest souls.
Prepare to feel chills as you head to the cursed grounds of the haunted Governor’s Mansion and get an unfiltered look at its dreary past. More than a few people lost their lives within its walls, each more tragic than the last but none more intriguing than that of little Carrie.
Hear the made-for-the-big-screen true story of the extreme measure to prevent Carrie’s death, only to lose in the end. What (or who) was determined to take her life in revenge before a deadly could? And why does Carrie remain at the Governor’s Mansion after all these years? Find out on a heart-pounding ghost tour with Jefferson City Ghosts.
A Shoe-In for Hauntings
Welcome to the house of death—a home seemingly built to claim lives. Constructed in the 1870s, the Tweedie House was originally owned by John Tweedie, the owner of a footwear company that outsourced its labor from none other than the Missouri State Penitentiary. From its earliest inception, the home was destined to be cursed.
Jefferson City Ghosts introduces you to this historic home and unveils the sorrowful tales of tragic deaths that claimed the Tweedie family. Learn more about its stints as a funeral home and hospice care facility and how they added to the eerieness and strange occurrences of this haunted home.
Feel a chill as you discover the ghostly footsteps, inexplicable sounds, and flickering lights that spook even the most seasoned ghost hunters. Uncover the true and terrifying tales of the Tweedie House on a hair-raising ghost tour with Jefferson City Ghosts!
Why is Jefferson City so Haunted?
Final Destinations
Not many buildings in the historic district of Jefferson City can rival the Lohman Building’s allure and colorful past. Once a bustling hub of commerce and travel, this iconic building has witnessed the highs of a thriving economy and the lows of a primitive era for disease.
Uncover the horrors of the cholera epidemic that claimed the lives of nearly 200 people and set the scene for their bodies to line the banks of the river. More than a century later, their bodies were uncovered during an expansion project. Though found, their spirits are hardly at rest.
Hear the dreadful details of this dark time in history and why the spirits have yet to move on after all this time. Discover the terrifying spectral sights visitors have reported over the years and learn who is sometimes seen in one of the windows of the Lohman Building. These stories and more await on a chilling ghostly adventure through downtown Jefferson City.
Spectral Soldiers March On
For tourists and out-of-towners looking for a fun time in “America’s Most Beautiful Small Town,” High Street Retreat’s Victorian charm and proximity to the most iconic landmarks in the heart of Jefferson City make it an ideal destination. As a former funeral home, it’s also the perfect place to introduce you to haunted battlefields and cemeteries that Jefferson City is known for.
Follow Jefferson City Ghosts to hear the horrific tales of the Centralia battlefield, home to the Centralia Massacre, a blood bath that claimed over 100 men. Hear all of the gory details, and find out which infamous outlaws were a part of the Confederate guerilla fighters. Following the bloodshed, the deceased soldiers were buried together, turning one of Jefferson City’s cemeteries into one of the most haunted.
Discover the haunted secrets and shadowy figures that lurk in the National Cemetery, as well as the spectral sounds of soldiers still fighting in the afterlife. Learn more about the visions that have made people believe they were real-life reenactments of the battle. You’re in for a night of spine-tingling stories and frightful chills on this haunted journey with Jefferson City Ghosts.
What’s so Special About the Jefferson City Ghosts Tour?
See A Different Side of America’s Most Beautiful Small Town
Funeral homes are known for their somber atmosphere, but the former Buescher Funeral Home in Jefferson City brings a new meaning to the term “ghostly.” Once a family-run establishment where the Bueschers lived and worked, this site holds chilling secrets from its former life as a courthouse and its grim role in housing souls ready for their final voyage to the great beyond.
As you venture past this spooky site, keep your eyes peeled for ghostly silhouettes in the windows and listen to the unsettling noises carried by the wind. What could make a building that once served as a refuge for the living now resonate with the echoes of the past, and what exactly is lurking inside? Join Jefferson City Ghosts tonight to find out.
A Once in a Lifetime Opportunity to Take a Spooky Peek into the City’s Past
Like so many other locations in Jefferson City, the Missouri State Penitentiary has left its cursed mark on the MSP Museum, formerly known as the Marmaduke House. Wardens of the penitentiary took up residence here, with none experiencing a peaceful night. Nestled just outside one of America’s most notorious prisons, the MSP Museum is steeped in spooky tales, mysteries, and eerie artifacts from this infamous penitentiary.
Uncover the historical items that once belonged to the prison’s infamous residents and haunted relics that whisper forgotten secrets. Learn about the ghostly figures that might just glide through the shadows and why the basement is a shrine to one of Jefferson City’s darkest times
Be a Part of a Growing Ghostly Community
Journey with Jefferson City Ghosts to the haunted heart of Missouri’s capital and experience the thrill and chill of uncovering the city’s most notorious spirits. As you walk the very grounds where outlaws once roamed and prisoners once toiled, you’ll connect with fellow ghost enthusiasts looking to uncover the city’s sinister secrets and unveil the unknown.
Book a Jefferson City ghost Tour tonight to join fellow thrill seekers on a haunted romp through the city’s most infamous locations, where the echoes of the past come alive and chilling encounters await.
* This is a walking tour and we do not enter privately-owned buildings or private property *