Belchertown State School
Location & Map
Address Details
- Full Address
- Berkshire Ave and Front St, Belchertown, MA, United States
- City
- Belchertown
- County
- Hampshire County
- State / Province
- Massachusetts
- Country
- United States
- Coordinates
- 42.27509, -72.41510
Contact & Links
The Haunting
The original name when it was established in 1922 was the Belchertown State School for the Feeble-Minded, and and certain times in its history it was known for poor treatment of its charges. Trespassing is not allowed on the property. Witnesses say it is haunted by this tragic past, citing apparitions, running footsteps, breaking windows, temperature fluctuations, screams, crying, doors that slam and lock and more. One legend about the school tells of two residents who fell in love but were kept from each other. Their ghosts are said to run between the dorm buildings trying to find each other.
Reports include apparitions, footsteps, breaking windows, temperature shifts, screams, crying, slamming/locking doors, and a legend of separated residents. The stronger frame is tragic institutional history and restricted redevelopment access.
Activity Details
Activity Level
High Activity
What People Are Saying
Summary of visitor and community commentary
Reports include apparitions, footsteps, breaking windows, temperature shifts, screams, crying, slamming/locking doors, and a legend of separated residents. The stronger frame is tragic institutional history and restricted redevelopment access.