Kelton House
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Historic house · local-legend
The Story
Kelton House staff have described interior doors reopening overnight, a child appearing at weddings where none were invited, and a Civil War-uniformed man seen in the garden. Director Susan Richardt told 614 Magazine of a woman in burgundy pacing the back parlor and shadows resembling several people climbing the stairs.
The Hauntings
Kelton House staff have described interior doors reopening overnight, a child appearing at weddings where none were invited, and a Civil War-uniformed man seen in the garden. Director Susan Richardt told 614 Magazine of a woman in burgundy pacing the back parlor and shadows resembling several people climbing the stairs.
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Visitor Experiences
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Official museum site checked October 12, 2026: closed until further notice following significant fire damage. Earlier source also says paranormal investigations were not permitted. Research access status: closed. Official notice confirms significant damage; no demolition reported in inspected evidence.