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Waverly Hills Sanatorium

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Louisville, KY

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HAUNTING / GHOSTOpened 1910 (expanded 1926)Historic site (tours)TOURS ONLYDOCUMENTEDLEGEND
Waverly Hills Sanatorium
Image: Kris Arnold (public domain)

OVERVIEW

A large former tuberculosis hospital and one of the most-investigated buildings in the United States.

HISTORY

Treated TB patients through the first half of the 20th century during the era before antibiotics; the tunnel known as the "body chute" is part of its grim reputation.

REPORTED ACTIVITY

Reports include shadow figures, disembodied voices, and the long-running legend tied to Room 502.

VISITING

A privately owned site offering historical and paranormal tours.

SITE PLAN

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EXTERNAL RESOURCES

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INVESTIGATION RECORD

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