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New York State Capitol Hauntings Tour
New York State Capitol Hauntings Tour
The Haunting
Brave visitors will make their way through the Capitol to the exact spot where a night watchman died in a fire before exploring the legend of the "Secret Demon" near the Great Western Staircase. Discover which two Presidents visited the Capitol after they died and learn about the state Assembly Chamber's hidden murals and the tormented artist who created them.
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Opportunities for visitors:
Capitol Hauntings tours, explore the legends, folklore, and tales of unexplained occurrences connected to the historic State Capitol, including mysteries behind the Capitol's most notorious carvings and the deadly fire of 1911. Guided tours; motorcoach friendly. Call for groups of 10 or more.
Days/times of operation:
Building open Monday-Friday, 7am-7pm (closed government holidays).
Haunted tours take place on select dates/times, late September-October.
Costs:
FREE. Reservations required.