Ghosts in New York City Government: What Hides the Capitol in Albany

There are many haunted buildings in New York. You've probably heard of some of these hotels and restaurants. But did you know that one of the most famous government buildings in New York City supposedly has ghosts too? About what spirits live in the Capitol in Albany, told the publication Only In Your State.

The New York State Capitol in Albany is a beautiful piece of architecture. With over 250 years of history, it definitely has a rich past, and with it rumors of creepiness!

It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful capitol buildings in the country, thanks to its unique luxury style.

This stately site has been the seat of the New York City government since its construction in 1899. It took over a quarter of a century to build. The cost was astronomical at the time of $ 25 million ($ 778 million in today's dollars).

The Capitol is believed to hold some dark secrets behind its beauty. Many employees and visitors to the building claim to have seen mysterious balloons floating in it or heard sounds when no one was around.

In October you can reserve tickets for one-hour tours to the building - Capitol Hauntings. They are held every year in the run-up to Halloween.

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Ghosts of the Capitol

So whose spirits can roam the Capitol? One devoted beholder, Samuel Abbott, died in a fire in Capitol in 1911. Building employees say they hear his keys ringing in the lobby in the evenings when no one is there.

The bodies of US Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Ulysses Grant lie in the New York Capitol. Lincoln's body was taken to New York by train. Some claim that every year on the anniversary of his death, a ghost carriage, draped in black, can be seen bound for Albany.

One evening, the guide, closing the building for the night, allegedly saw someone fall down the stairs. She looked into the matter, and it turned out that many years ago, the owner of a fruit shop entered the building and committed suicide in this place by jumping into a stairwell.

Believe in ghosts or not, this is truly an incredible building with a fascinating history. If you would like to book your ticket for the October Capitol Hauntings Tour, visit this Web site.

Address: New York State Capitol, State St. and, Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12224