PHASM

St. Mary's Church, West Warwick

West Warwick, Rhode Island, United States

Other · local-legend

The Story

Local lore centers on Mary, a builder's wife said to have died after helping break ground despite a warning. The ghost attributed to her is a friendly one: lights switch, candles go out and objects change places. In the telling, the congregation treats her as a familiar presence rather than a threat.

The Hauntings

Local lore centers on Mary, a builder's wife said to have died after helping break ground despite a warning. The ghost attributed to her is a friendly one: lights switch, candles go out and objects change places. In the telling, the congregation treats her as a familiar presence rather than a threat.

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Active religious-property access must be confirmed. Worship access is not permission to investigate. Current access is unconfirmed.

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