81: The Horrors Of Pennhurst Asylum

Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

Pennhurst is often referred to as one of the most haunted places in America. It's not surprising, considering it was a mental asylum that opened in 1908 and was known for torturing, experimenting on, and holding captive it's patients. Today, we're going to dive into that dark history and the stories of the ghosts that still linger inside.
TW: Brief mentions of suicide and child abuse
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