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Haunted Rhode Island
Local legend has it that the Sprague Mansion in Cranston, Rhode Island is haunted. Amasa Sprague left his stately Cranston home one day in December 1843 to travel to Johnston. The following morning, his bludgeoned body was found beside the road, almost within sight of his mansion. A man suspected of the murder was tried and hanged, but evidence later proved his innocence. John Gordon was the last person executed in Rhode Island, as public indignation led to legislation abolishing capital punishment. The actual killer was never found.
An astral presence still manifests itself in Sprague Mansion. The apparition is most often observed descending the main staircase or is felt as a passing breath of icy air in the wine cellar. Even those that go there to tour the house for the sake of its beauty and historical value come away with the distinct and often unnerving feeling they were being watched by unseen eyes the entire time they were inside there and in the nearby carriage house.
You'll find some great Rhode Island haunted lodging options throughout the state.
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Providence, Rhode Island Lodging Search
CAUTION: Policies are subject to change without notice. Every attempt is made to keep this haunted lodging site current and accurate, however we can not be responsible for individual hotel and inn policies. It is advisable to contact the lodging properties prior to your arrival to confirm lodging.
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