GHOST ATLAS LOCATION

United States Capitol

Washington, DC, United States

First St SE, Washington, DC 20004

Haunting Rating★★★★★✓ Verified entry

THE STORY

Reported Haunting

The United States Capitol has witnessed wars, political upheaval, and more than two centuries of American history. Employees and visitors have reported ghostly statesmen, mysterious footsteps, unexplained voices, and apparitions believed to be former members of Congress. The Capitol's remarkable past has inspired countless stories of lingering spirits.

Historic seat of Congress associated with apparitions, phantom footsteps, and legends beneath the dome.

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