Thumbcoast Articles

1. The Morrow Road legend dates back to1893 when Isabella Chartier disappeared with her child. Some people claimed to see her at night along the road calling out for her child and see orbs. Visit Paranormal Video Archive or Michigan’s Otherside for their takes on the story.

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2. Marine City Hall was the former location of the city offices. Today, it remains for renovations. According to the Friends of City Hall members, a haunt was present, and they called in a paranormal investigation group.

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3. The historic Murphy Inn is a restored 1836 boarding house with seven rooms and a restaurant. It is one of the state’s oldest inns and has multiple accounts of a haunting presence from overnight guests and staff, particularly in the basement. Check out “Murphy Inn resident ghosts make it a top haunting in Michigan’s Thumb Coast.”

4. The Kammer Cabin, built in the 1850s, has long been thought to be haunted. This cabin was moved here from Casco Township; perhaps the move or its former life had a spooky history. Join Detroit Rock City’s Paranormal Investigation on Oct. 25, 2024, of the cabin and Carnegie Museum, linked below.

5. The Carnegie Center as unexplained paranormal phenomena reported. Objects were seen being thrown across the room, and creepy voices were heard while unexplained music plays. These haunts may be tied to the historical artifacts on display, such as the iron lung. Join Detroit Rock City’s Paranormal Investigation of the Carnegie Center on Oct. 25, 2024. Eventbrite Tickets, limited availability.

6. It’s no surprise that Michigan’s oldest lighthouse, built in 1829 for the second time, has a few haunts. Join Detroit Rock City’s investigation of the Fort Gratiot Light on Oct. 19, 2024, and see if they uncover any activity using lots of techniques and equipment. Tickets on Eventbrite, limited availability.

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7. The Cadillac House Inn & Tavern is a registered historical location from the mid-nineteenth century and claims to be haunted by a ghost named George. The staff doesn’t deny a strong presence in the hotel; others have investigated this and felt the same way. 

8. The Sanilac County Historic Museum grounds are said to be haunted and will be investigated by Detroit Paranormal this fall. The Loop-Harrison Mansion, dated 1872 and formerly owned by the village physician, the church, and the Huckins Schoolhouse, dated 1847, have had apparitions reported by employees and guests.

Every year, Sanilac County Historic Village & Museum, holds a Creepy Baby Doll Contest! If you have a doll scare-worthy, enter it into the contest before October 11th, 2024. Visitors to the museum can cast a vote to pick the creepiest doll.

9.Minnie Quay is still a local legend nearly 150 years after her death, and many have claimed to have seen her walking the shoreline of Lake Huron in the quiet town of Forester. Her grave is heavily visited, and trinkets are left in remembrance. Visit the Facebook page dedicated to telling her story. Other sources include the book DEAD RECKONING: A Great Lakes Love Story by Denise M Dutcher, or visit Lost in Michigan, Find a Grave, for additional stories.

10. The spirit of Catherine Shook, Michigan’s first female light-keeper, is said to haunt the Point Aux Barques Lighthouse. This light is at the tip of Michigan’s Thumb, overlooking Lake Huron. East Michigan Paranormal Society investigated this site according to Huron County Parks; visit Lost in Michigan for their take on it.

You can stay overnight at Michigan’s oldest lighthouse in a bunk room of the keepers dwelling. The stay includes a tour of the grounds and a climb to the top of the lighthouse. This unique opportunity is available through Port Huron Museums.