Where the secrets lie just below the surface
Waterford is a town that has its own share of spooky stories and haunted places. One of the most well-known haunted spots in Waterford is the Harkness Memorial State Park. The park is said to be haunted by the ghost of William Harkness, who built the mansion on the grounds. Visitors have reported seeing strange shadows moving around the mansion, hearing unexplained noises, and feeling a sense of being watched.
One of the most impressive features of the park is the Harkness Mansion, which was built in the early 20th century and features stunning views of the sound. The mansion is now used for events and is a popular spot for weddings and other celebrations.
However, some visitors and staff have reported eerie experiences at the Harkness Mansion. People have reported seeing ghostly apparitions and feeling an unexplained chill in certain areas of the mansion. Others have heard strange noises, like footsteps, when no one is around. Some have even claimed to see the ghost of Edward Harkness himself, wandering the halls of his former home.
One of the most common ghostly sightings at the mansion is that of a woman dressed in white, who has been spotted in various locations throughout the building. Some speculate that this is the ghost of a former resident or a bride who died before her wedding could take place. While the exact identity of this woman in white remains a mystery, her presence continues to intrigue and spook visitors to the Harkness Mansion.
Another haunted spot in Waterford is the Cedar Grove Cemetery. Many people have reported seeing strange apparitions and hearing strange sounds while walking through the cemetery at night. There are also rumors of a ghostly hitchhiker who appears on the nearby I-95 highway.
One of the more unique spooky legends associated with Waterford is the story of the “ghost ship” that supposedly appears on the Thames River. Some have reported seeing the ghost ship sailing on the river, while others claim to have seen it materialize out of nowhere and disappear just as quickly.
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