In a state as old as the Constitution State, it’s a given that we are going to have some reportedly haunted areas. There are quite a few creepy places in Connecticut; spots that have had rumors of paranormal activities for many years. While cemeteries are frequently rumored to have ghostly happenings, some are considered spookier than others. One of the most haunted cemeteries in Connecticut is the Gunntown Cemetery in Naugatuck. This historic graveyard has been around for centuries and is the final resting place for many Revolutionary War veterans.
Like many older cemeteries, Gunntown was originally a family graveyard. Jasper Gunn migrated from London in 1635 and his descendants would eventually spread throughout the state. Many of them are buried in this cemetery.
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Famed “demonologists” Ed and Lorraine Warren were the first to publicize the cemetery as “officially haunted.” They were the founders of the New England Society for Psychic Research, the oldest ghost hunting group in the region.
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Many photos taken in the cemetery feature mist or floating lights, like those visible in this shot from 2007.
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There are also reports of a black dog seen trotting through the headstones. Black dogs recur regularly in English folklore as signs of demons or bad luck.
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Visitors to the cemetery claim to hear children’s laughter or music. Some say they can hear a dog approaching them, but see no sign of an actual canine.
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Whether you believe in the rumors of hauntings or not, this is a hauntingly beautiful and historic place.
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Have you visited Gunntown Cemetery in Connecticut? Did you experience any paranormal activity while there? Share your stories in the comments!
In a state as old as the Constitution State, it’s a given that we are going to have some reportedly haunted areas. There are quite a few creepy places in Connecticut; spots that have had rumors of paranormal activities for many years. While cemeteries are frequently rumored to have ghostly happenings, some are considered spookier than others. One of the most haunted cemeteries in Connecticut is the Gunntown Cemetery in Naugatuck. This historic graveyard has been around for centuries and is the final resting place for many Revolutionary War veterans.
In a state as old as the Constitution State, it’s a given that we are going to have some reportedly haunted areas. There are quite a few creepy places in Connecticut; spots that have had rumors of paranormal activities for many years. While cemeteries are frequently rumored to have ghostly happenings, some are considered spookier than others. One of the most haunted cemeteries in Connecticut is the Gunntown Cemetery in Naugatuck. This historic graveyard has been around for centuries and is the final resting place for many Revolutionary War veterans.
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If you’re searching for more haunted places in Connecticut, check out our guide to all things haunted in Connecticut!
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Address: Gunntown Cemetery, Naugatuck, CT 06770, USA
