About this Event
An Exclusive Paranormal Investigation at The Old Watseka Courthouse Museum
- Cost: $65 Per Person
- Date: Saturday, Oct. 24th
- Time: 8:00 PM – 3:00 AM
- Location: Old Courthouse Museum - 103 W. Cherry Street, Watseka IL 60970
- Guided by Ed Levin and Mike Alsip of Spire Paranormal
For one night only, investigators will gain exclusive after-hours access to the historic Old Courthouse Museum.
Travel back to 1871, when justice gave way to vengeance.
After being accused of murdering his young son, Martin Meara was dragged from his J*il cell by an angry mob and lynched near the courthouse. Today, the original hanging rope remains inside the very cell where he was held...but is it simply a relic of history... or has something far more unsettling remained behind?
Walk through the courthouse after dark as you investigate:
- Historic J*il cells: The infamous Martin Meara cell with the rope on display that the angry mob hung him with.
- Haunted hallways filled with over 150 years of history. What energy remains from the Military exhibits featuring WWI & WWII artifacts
- Areas where unexplained paranormal activity has been reported
Investigate Alongside the Team That Started It All
Spire Paranormal was the first investigative team to document compelling paranormal evidence inside the Old Courthouse Museum, capturing a chilling disembodied voice clearly saying, "Hello!" and EVP’S documented. Their groundbreaking investigation helped establish the courthouse as one of Illinois' newest haunted destinations.
Now they're inviting YOU to investigate alongside them.
Throughout the night, you'll receive guided investigations like the ESTES Method and historical insight, and the opportunity to use a variety of professional paranormal investigation equipment provided by Spire Paranormal.
Event Details
- 30 investigators will be admitted.
- Participants will be divided into rotating groups, spending approximately one hour investigating each floor and location, allowing everyone an opportunity to experience every haunted area throughout the evening. And then continuing investigations with other forms of investigating, like the Estes method and spirit boxes.
- Whether you're a seasoned paranormal investigator or experiencing your very first ghost hunt, Spire Paranormal will guide you through every step of the investigation.
- This exclusive overnight investigation is limited to just 30 participants, so advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Will You Hear the Voices of the Past?
Will the courthouse reveal the same mysterious voice that greeted Spire Paranormal? Or will history decide to make contact with you? Only one way to find out...
Join us for A Night at the Museum...
Where history never sleeps...and neither do the spirits.
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Event venue & nearby stays
103 W Cherry St, 103 West Cherry Street, Watseka, United States
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