Jennings Music Building, Bennington College

The Story

Students interviewed in a 2018 WPTZ report described footsteps in empty corridors, windows opening or closing unexpectedly, cold patches and musical instruments sounding without players. Jennings is often linked locally to The Haunting of Hill House, but Shirley Jackson’s biographer disputed that connection. The student accounts stand independently of the literary claim.

The Hauntings

Students interviewed in a 2018 WPTZ report described footsteps in empty corridors, windows opening or closing unexpectedly, cold patches and musical instruments sounding without players. Jennings is often linked locally to The Haunting of Hill House, but Shirley Jackson’s biographer disputed that connection. The student accounts stand independently of the literary claim. Official Bennington College story collection also mentions unplayed pianos. Literary-inspiration claim is disputed and not treated as fact.

A sense of place.

Visitor Experiences

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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.

• Jennings Music Building, Bennington College — haunting account (reports)
• Jennings Music Building, Bennington College — haunting account (visiting)
• Bennington’s Spookiest Stories (reports)

Plan Your Visit

Working college music building; entry and practice spaces require campus authorization.