Hog Alley
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, United States
Other · local-legend
The Story
Hog Alley’s ghost is identified in local retellings as Dangerfield Newby, one of John Brown’s raiders. GhostQuest describes a tall shadowy man with a wounded neck encountered by pedestrians. The tale connects the alley with the brutal treatment of Newby’s body after his death.
The Hauntings
Hog Alley’s ghost is identified in local retellings as Dangerfield Newby, one of John Brown’s raiders. GhostQuest describes a tall shadowy man with a wounded neck encountered by pedestrians. The tale connects the alley with the brutal treatment of Newby’s body after his death.
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Visitor Experiences
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Sources & further reading.
- Hog Alley — location and reported haunting (reports)
- Hog Alley — location and reported haunting (visiting)
Plan Your Visit
Follow the current operator’s rules and posted hours. A public venue or exterior does not imply permission to investigate or enter restricted areas.