Former Ladd School site
Exeter, Rhode Island, United States
Other · local-legend
The Story
After the institution closed, local reports described cries from its empty buildings. Other former-explorer stories catalogued moving shadows, strange recorded sounds and a sense of being followed through the abandoned campus. Its paranormal reputation grew around an institution remembered for the mistreatment of residents, whose real histories deserve separate, careful treatment.
The Hauntings
After the institution closed, local reports described cries from its empty buildings. Other former-explorer stories catalogued moving shadows, strange recorded sounds and a sense of being followed through the abandoned campus. Its paranormal reputation grew around an institution remembered for the mistreatment of residents, whose real histories deserve separate, careful treatment.
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
Most derelict buildings were demolished by 2014; surviving structures are not a public ghost attraction. No entry authorized. Research access status: closed. Research physical status: largely demolished former institutional campus; some structures survive.