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The Whaley House

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San Diego, CA

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OVERVIEW

A Greek Revival house built by Thomas Whaley on a site that had previously been used for public hangings.

HISTORY

Once widely called the most haunted house in America; the Whaley family lived through several tragedies in the home.

REPORTED ACTIVITY

Reports include "Yankee Jim" Robinson, hanged on the site before the house was built, alongside members of the Whaley family.

VISITING

Operated as a house museum with daytime and evening tours.

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