RAINWORTH LODGE GHOST HUNT

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania – A Journey Through America’s Most Complex History

EXCLUSIVE HAUNTED ROOMS AMERICA INVESTIGATION

Step into Rainworth Lodge, where 265 years of American history have left an indelible spiritual imprint on one of Gettysburg’s most historically layered properties. This investigation offers a unique opportunity to connect with multiple eras of our nation’s past – from colonial settlement through the Civil War to Hollywood’s golden age.

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THE LAYERED HISTORY OF RAINWORTH LODGE

Colonial Beginnings (1758)

The story begins in 1758 when the Hamilton family established their homestead in what would become the Marsh Creek area of Gettysburg. The original two-story log cabin, now serving as the living room of the current structure, stands as a testament to early American frontier life. Like many properties of its era, this was a working farm where enslaved individuals lived and labored alongside the Hamilton family for generations.

The Civil War Years (1863)

During the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg, Major General Robert E. Rodes’ Confederate forces encamped on the property, transforming this peaceful homestead into a strategic military position. The estate’s blacksmith shop took on a darker purpose when 17-year-old John E. Hamilton – descendant of the property’s founding family – was captured and held prisoner, forced to shoe horses for the Confederate army that had occupied his ancestral home.

The property served as an impromptu field hospital where wounded soldiers from both armies received treatment. Many who entered these makeshift medical facilities never left, their final moments forever etched into the spiritual fabric of the land.

In a remarkable turn of events, young Hamilton eventually escaped his captors, joined the Union Army, and later returned to live in the very cabin where his ancestors had built their lives. This full-circle story adds profound emotional weight to the property’s already complex narrative.

Hollywood Glamour Meets Battlefield Tragedy (1920s)

In the 1920s, Broadway star and Hollywood actor Oscar Shaw purchased the estate, adding a substantial addition around the original 1758 cabin. Shaw brought touches of luxury to this historic property, including Gettysburg’s first in-ground swimming pool complete with diving board and underwater lighting – a striking contrast to the property’s somber Civil War history.

The Shocking Discovery (2016)

When Shaw’s deteriorating pool was backfilled in 2016, workers made a discovery that sent ripples through both the historical and paranormal communities. Mixed within the fill dirt were broken headstones from Gettysburg National Cemetery – sacred markers meant to honor the Civil War dead that had been accidentally included in construction materials decades earlier.

These displaced grave markers now rest scattered across the former pool site, creating an unintentional but profound memorial that seems to have intensified the property’s spiritual activity.

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DOCUMENTED PARANORMAL ENCOUNTERS

The convergence of so many historical layers – colonial settlement, wartime occupation, Hollywood transformation, and displaced burial markers – has created what investigators describe as an unusually active paranormal environment.

The Original 1758 Cabin

The heart of the property continues to pulse with energy from its earliest inhabitants. Visitors report shadow figures moving through the preserved cabin space, while sensitive investigators describe feeling the presence of those who called this structure home across multiple generations.

The Blacksmith Shop

Perhaps nowhere is the property’s Civil War history more palpable than in the blacksmith shop where young John Hamilton was held captive. Investigators have documented unexplained sounds of metalworking and the sensation of being watched, as if the spirits of both captor and captive still occupy this space.

The Kitchen Area

Phantom kitchen activity suggests that domestic life continues in spirit form. Witnesses report the sounds of cabinet doors opening and closing, dishes being moved, and the general bustle of meal preparation occurring when the kitchen stands empty.

The Cellar

The basement area, possibly used for medical treatment during the battle, has yielded compelling spirit box communications. Investigators have reported receiving responses that seem to correspond with questions about the Civil War period and those who may have passed away on the property.

The Former Pool Site

The area where National Cemetery headstones now rest has become a focal point for electromagnetic anomalies and equipment reactions. Many investigators believe the displaced grave markers have awakened spiritual energies that were previously at rest.

Throughout the Property

Heavy footsteps echo through hallways in patterns reminiscent of military patrols. Lights respond to questions about historical events, and sleeping investigators report gentle touches, as if spirits are checking on overnight guests.

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YOUR INVESTIGATION EXPERIENCE

What Makes This Investigation Unique

Rainworth Lodge offers investigators the rare opportunity to explore a property where multiple historical periods intersect. From colonial frontier life through Civil War occupation to Hollywood glamour, each era has left its spiritual mark on this remarkable location.

The presence of displaced National Cemetery headstones adds another dimension to the investigation – these sacred markers serve as a tangible connection to the broader Gettysburg battlefield and the thousands who gave their lives during that pivotal battle.

Investigation Areas Include:

• The Original 1758 Cabin – Explore the preserved heart of the colonial homestead
• The Blacksmith Shop – Investigate where Civil War drama unfolded
• Kitchen and Living Areas – Experience ongoing domestic spiritual activity
• The Cellar – Conduct spirit communication in historically significant space
• The Former Pool Site – Investigate among the displaced cemetery markers
• Outdoor Grounds – Experience the broader battlefield energy

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INVESTIGATION PACKAGES

General Admission – $129 per person (8PM – 2AM)

Your six-hour investigation includes:

• Access to all historically significant areas of the property
• Professional paranormal equipment (EMF detectors, spirit boxes, trigger objects)
• Guided historical tour revealing the property’s complex past
• Structured vigils in the most active locations
• Free investigation time for personal exploration
• Unlimited refreshments throughout the evening

Cemetery Campout – $189 per person (8PM – 10AM)

Everything included in General Admission plus:

• Overnight camping experience on the historic grounds
• Sleep where you dare among the scattered cemetery markers

Overnight VIP Experience for Two – $598 (6PM – 11AM)

The ultimate investigation experience includes:

• Extended access from 6PM to 11AM the following day
• Overnight accommodation in historic bedrooms
• Unlimited investigation time with no restrictions
• Limited to only 8 participants for an intimate experience

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A RESPECTFUL APPROACH TO COMPLEX HISTORY

At Rainworth Lodge, we acknowledge that this property’s history encompasses some of the most challenging chapters in American history. Our investigations are conducted with deep respect for all who lived, worked, suffered, and died on these grounds.

From the enslaved individuals who labored here in the colonial period to the soldiers who fought and died during the Civil War, we honor their memory while seeking to understand the spiritual connections that may still bind them to this place.

The displaced National Cemetery headstones serve as a poignant reminder that even in death, the stories of the past continue to intersect with the present in unexpected ways.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Location: Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Age Requirement: 18+ only
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, layers for temperature changes, personal camera/recording equipment if desired
Parking: On-site parking available

This investigation offers a profound opportunity to connect with multiple layers of American history while exploring one of Gettysburg’s most spiritually active properties. The convergence of colonial settlement, Civil War occupation, Hollywood glamour, and displaced burial markers creates a unique paranormal environment unlike any other.

Join us for an unforgettable journey through time at Rainworth Lodge, where the past remains vibrantly alive and the spirits of American history continue to share their stories with those brave enough to listen.

Limited spaces available – Book your investigation today.