1859 Ashton Villa
Galveston, Texas, United States
Historic house · local-legend
The Story
Texas Highways documents the tradition of Bettie Brown appearing at the staircase landing. Guides also tell of her souvenir box locking and unlocking despite a missing key, and a bedcover becoming creased after it has been straightened. The historical foundation does not endorse the haunting as fact.
The Hauntings
Texas Highways documents the tradition of Bettie Brown appearing at the staircase landing. Guides also tell of her souvenir box locking and unlocking despite a missing key, and a bedcover becoming creased after it has been straightened. The historical foundation does not endorse the haunting as fact.
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.
- Texas Highways: Ghosts of Galveston (reports)
- Galveston Historical Foundation: Juneteenth Exhibit closure notice (reports)
- Galveston Historical Foundation: 2026 Historic Homes Tour events (reports)
- Texas Highways: Ghosts of Galveston (visiting)
- Galveston Historical Foundation: Juneteenth Exhibit closure notice (visiting)
- Galveston Historical Foundation: 2026 Historic Homes Tour events (visiting)
Plan Your Visit
Verify current arrangements with the operator; ordinary access does not authorize a paranormal investigation.