Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Geneva, NY · Colleges and Universities

Many spooky tales are told about Hobart and William Smith Colleges, a couple of them originating in Hirshson Hall. In Room 304, for example, objects are said to fly off shelves, the blinds pull down by themselves, mysterious sounds of scratching and tapping are heard and apparitions have been seen in mirrors. At Smith Hall, folks say a ghost takes his stroll along the roof at around 3 a.m. And in the quad area, some say a ghost walks his dog between 1 and 3 a.m.

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300 Pulteney St
Geneva, NY 14456
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42.85594385, -76.98784161
County
Ontario County County, New York
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Is Hobart and William Smith Colleges really haunted?
Visitors rate Hobart and William Smith Colleges at 77.3 out of 100 on our EHP (Estimated Haunted Probability) scale. So far 1 person has shared firsthand experiences from this location in the comments.
Where is Hobart and William Smith Colleges located?
The address is 300 Pulteney St, Geneva, NY 14456. GPS coordinates: 42.85594385, -76.98784161.
What kind of haunted place is Hobart and William Smith Colleges?
Hobart and William Smith Colleges is listed under Colleges and Universities in our New York section.
What is the nearest town to Hobart and William Smith Colleges?
Geneva, NY is the closest town, about 1.0 miles away, with Hall (5.8 mi.) and Waterloo (7.2 mi.) also nearby.

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  • Geneva 309 |

    Along the East side of the back road while driving South towards the old gallery and art studio, is a rectangular cut out grove/ drop/ assembly area for outdoor gatherings and meetings. Tales of cult orgies, séances, hazings, and initiation rites were and probably still are practiced here…

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