Fort Ontario State Historic Site
Oswego, New York, United States
Other · local-legend
The Story
Fort Ontario's reported phenomena include unexplained lights and music, a woman appearing in an upstairs window and a child's voice calling for a cat. The Trail connects the site's ghost traditions with generations of military occupants and civilians. These accounts accompany the fort's documented role as a historic defensive site and burial place.
The Hauntings
Fort Ontario's reported phenomena include unexplained lights and music, a woman appearing in an upstairs window and a child's voice calling for a cat. The Trail connects the site's ghost traditions with generations of military occupants and civilians. These accounts accompany the fort's documented role as a historic defensive site and burial place.
A sense of place.
Visitor Experiences
Have you experienced something here?
This future chapter will bring together stories from the PHASM community. An unexpected encounter, a lingering feeling, or a quiet visit—your experience will be welcome.
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Sources & further reading.
Plan Your Visit
Seasonal historic-site admission; paranormal investigations by prior appointment only.