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Hampton-Preston House

Columbia, SC, USA

1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Haunting Rating★★★★

THE STORY

Reported Haunting

The Hampton-Preston House is said to be haunted by lingering spirits connected to its long history as a Columbia mansion, wartime headquarters, and former women’s college.

Located at 1615 Blanding Street in Columbia, the Hampton-Preston House was built in 1818 and later became home to members of the prominent Hampton and Preston families. Local ghost stories describe unexplained footsteps, apparitions, strange sounds, and an eerie presence within the historic mansion and grounds.

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