Something truly extraordinary will be happening in Allegan County, Michigan, this Halloween. Besides the holiday falling on the night of a full-moon, a unique team of African-American ghost hunters from Chicago will be returning to the Allegan County Old Jailhouse where they will be locked down for the night while investigating the strange allegations of paranormal activity that have given the location a reputation as being one of the most haunted jails in America.
The group, known as the Urban Paranormal Experience, will be making their second visit to the location this year. Their first visit was in August, and the group’s founder, William Weeden, says that the jail definitely lived up to its reputation during their first visit as they witnessed shadow figures, orbs, and EVPs, or electronic voice phenomenons. Although their first trip to the Old Jail was open to a small group of guest investigators, concerns over the recent spike in Covid cases in Illinois and Michigan, have led the group to limit participation in the Halloween night event to only four group members and the building manager. However, the investigation will be streaming live on Facebook in an attempt to safely reach as many paranormal enthusiasts as possible.
The Allegan County Old Jailhouse served as a jail and sheriff's residence from 1906-1963. When this jail was built, it not only housed the local criminals - it also served as the home of the sheriff and his family. Today it stands as a museum with well-over 10,000 artifacts and is maintained by the Allegan County Historical Society. Tales of spirits roaming the cells of the jail are well known in the area, and numerous paranormal investigators visiting the site have collected interesting evidence throughout the 10,800 square foot building that includes a two story residence, which the Allegan County Historical Society has furnished to reflect the lifestyle of the early 1900’s.
If you have any questions, contact Urban Paranormal Experience founder William Weeden at 608-209-2020 or email [email protected]
About Urban Paranormal Experience
Based in Chicago, Illinois, UPX is a team of diverse paranormal investigators who bring a unique life perspective to the field of supernatural exploration. We are defined by our knowledge, methods, and existential interests in topics which challenge realist theories about the nature of being and the unknown.
About Spirit Medium Ursula Kalin
Urasula Kalin is a spirit medium, radio host, and paranormal researcher, and EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomena) Expert. She offers workshops to assist in communicating with the spirit world as well as tours of infamous locations filled with the world of the unexplained. Additionally, she is the one to call after the paranormal groups have left. She also offers assistance in cleansing your home, connecting with a loved one, or providing spiritual advice.
