5. The Lizzie Borden House, Fall River, Massachusetts
History & Hauntings: “Lizzie Borden took an axe, gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done, she gave her father forty-one.” This infamous rhyme immortalizes the brutal 1892 murders of Andrew and Abby Borden, for which their daughter Lizzie was acquitted. The house where the gruesome killings took place is now a bed and breakfast, allowing brave guests to sleep in the very rooms where the events unfolded.
The Lizzie Borden House is permeated with a palpable sense of unease, and many visitors report chilling experiences:
- Disembodied Voices and Footsteps: Guests frequently hear female voices, whispers, and the distinct sound of footsteps in empty rooms, especially on the stairs.
- Apparitions: Shadowy figures and full-bodied apparitions, believed to be the spirits of Andrew and Abby Borden, are reported. Lizzie herself is also said to make appearances.
- Object Movement: Doors opening and closing on their own, and objects being moved or falling are common occurrences.
- Cold Spots: Sudden and unexplained drops in temperature are often experienced throughout the house, particularly in the murder rooms.
- Paranormal Activity in the Basement: The basement, where Andrew Borden was found, is said to be especially active, with reports of unseen hands touching visitors.
Staying at the Lizzie Borden House is not for the faint of heart, offering an immersive and often terrifying glimpse into one of America’s most enduring true crime mysteries.
