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Constructed in 1859, the building originally served as The Oliver House hotel. Throughout its history, it transformed from a makeshift hospital during the Revolutionary War to a boarding house and later, a brief stint as a music studio. Today, the venerable structure houses the Maumee Bay Brewing Company and hosts various other businesses.
The paranormal activity surrounding this brick edifice dates back to the 1960s when an inadvertent addition was constructed over an Indian burial ground. During renovations, workers unintentionally unearthed bones. Realizing their error, they hastily reburied the remains. Unfortunately, during a subsequent renovation, these bones were once again uncovered. This prompted the involvement of local Indian authorities, who sought to appease the angered spirits and purify the grounds.
An occupant, who had an office within the building, reported encountering a ghostly figure in the basement—identified as the "Captain," the original owner from the 1800s. The witness described the apparition appearing surprised at being seen. This spectral presence is known to frequent the private dining room, where witnesses have heard creaking floorboards, witnessed doors opening and closing autonomously, and experienced cold spots. A notable incident involved the daughter of one of the owners hearing a cheerful disembodied male voice addressing her by name in the private dining room. The Captain's apparition has been seen numerous times in this area.
However, the Captain is not the sole spirit dwelling within the building. Witnesses have reported sightings of a woman in period clothing on the staircase, accompanied by accounts of phantom footsteps and other unexplained phenomena that persist to this day. The building's rich history and encounters with the paranormal contribute to its mystique, making it a fascinating subject for those intrigued by the supernatural.
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27 Broadway Street
Toledo, Ohio 43604
(419) 241-1253