Mercer County Courthouse

Aledo, IL · Historical Buildings

The courthouse building dates back to the 1890's, and in the 1930's a skeleton was removed from the basement when the interior was remodelled. Ever since, staff have reported hearing footsteps after the courthouse has been locked up for the night, and a woman leaving the building in the evening saw a man staring down at her from the third floor. Visitors have also reported a presence 'chasing' them around the second floor, despite the fact that there is no one around. (Submitted by Callum Swift)

Geographic Information

Address
100 Southeast Third Street
Aledo, IL
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GPS
41.199486, -90.7486559
County
Mercer County County, Illinois
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Quick Answers

Is Mercer County Courthouse really haunted?
Visitors rate Mercer County Courthouse at 50 out of 100 on our EHP (Estimated Haunted Probability) scale.
Where is Mercer County Courthouse located?
The address is 100 Southeast Third Street, Aledo, IL. GPS coordinates: 41.199486, -90.7486559.
What kind of haunted place is Mercer County Courthouse?
Mercer County Courthouse is listed under Historical Buildings in our Illinois section.
What is the nearest town to Mercer County Courthouse?
Aledo, IL is the closest town, about 0.0 miles away, with Joy (6.9 mi.) and Seaton (7.3 mi.) also nearby.

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