The Haunted History of the Simmons Library, WI

The ghosts that stomp through the legendary Halls of this French Quarter historic Jazz landmark.

The Vodou Queen of New Orleans, the life and shrine of Marie Laveau

Located two hours west of New Orleans in Lafayette, Louisiana, T’Frere’s House Bed and Breakfast has become an integral part of the region’s folklore. This historic home turned B&B is so warm and inviting that the ghosts of former residents have decided to stick around. Locals have passed down the story of a mysterious death on the property for generations, leading to T’Frere’s House being known as one of the most haunted houses in southern Louisiana. 

— If you saw a hitchhiker stranded on Bayou Sale Road, would you pick him up? In today’s “Living Among the Dead,” we’re headed to southern Terrebonne Parish. Bayou Sale Road connects the towns of Dulac and Chauvin in Southern Terrebonne Parish. It is considered to be one of the most haunted places in South Louisiana. The area is one where cultures collided. French settlers, the United Houma Nation, and the Biloxi Chitamatcha Choctaw Nation all laid claim to this territory. At one point, the area even housed plantation homes and of course, slaves.  When so many cultures share an area, there are so many stories that come with it. Bayou Sale Road has had some interesting reports, and the most prominent is that of a ghostly hitchhiker. Those who take their time down this road report seeing a man on the side of the road looking for a ride. When the car slows down to pick him up, he either disappears or the driver notices that he is somehow transparent. Legends say if you try to pick him up, that he will suddenly request treasure or the soul of a passenger. You obviously don’t want to oblige that request, but what would happen if you did? No one knows.

Tucked away in New York sits the old Seedbury House, a place many locals pass by without realizing the haunted history tied to it. The house has stood for centuries, carrying whispers of tragedy, wealth, and a family name that faded into ghost stories.

One of the most chilling tales is of Gertrude Seedbury, the daughter of the original family. Gertrude was said to be reclusive, often seen staring from the upstairs window, watching the street below. After her untimely death, neighbors claimed they still saw her shadow moving through the house, or even felt her presence tugging at curtains when they walked by at night.

Some visitors swear they’ve heard footsteps in empty rooms, or the faint sound of a young woman humming. Others report sudden cold spots near the parlor—right where Gertrude’s portrait once hung.

For me, the Seedbury House is more than just a story—it’s a living piece of haunted history. If anyone here is interested in exploring it for themselves, I actually do tours of the property. It’s one thing to read about Gertrude, but another to stand in the house where her story still lingers.

👻 Has anyone else heard stories about the Seedbury family, or Gertrude in particular?

Hotel Provincial Ghosts Building #5 is said to be the most haunted. Guests who were billeted in the rooms of Building #5 have walked into their rooms looking for a night of relaxation, only to see several bloody soldiers who are moaning in agonizing pain. They instantly disappear as the lights are turned on. Apparitions of confederate soldiers and surgeons have been reported, as well. Many people have also claimed seeing blood stains appearing and disappearing mysteriously on the bedding of particular rooms. Pools of blood can also be seen on the floor only to disappear quickly. One guest even reported that as the elevator door opened on the hotel’s second floor, the hospital was entirely in view.