By: Brittney Schering
Grand Rapids Public Library invites everyone to come and listen to ghost story researcher and enthusiast, Amberrose Hammond, as she explores the ghosts and haunted places of West Michigan. “Ghosts and Legends of Michigan’s West Coast” will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library.
West Michigan is home to some of the state’s most picturesque places and most chilling tales. Hammond exposes the mysterious and spirit-ridden world of many beloved destinations in Michigan as she skillfully weaves narratives of a world unseen by most.
From the lonely, hard-working spirit of the old Grand Theatre and the roaming band of melon-headed children prowling the Saugatuck State Park to the ghostly blue lights of the Lake Forest Cemetery staircase waiting to reveal one’s place in the afterlife, these tales are sure to give pause to anyone daring enough to experience these hauntingly beautiful spots.
Hammond, along with Tom Maat of Michigan’s Otherside, will discuss their favorite haunts, legends, and investigations into the paranormal they have conducted around Michigan. After their presentation, participants will be asked to share their own personal paranormal experiences.
Hammond has been actively researching ghost stories, folklore, and legends in Michigan since 2000. She earned a B.A. in English from Grand Valley State University in 2005. Her pursuits into paranormal studies led her to design and develop Michigan’s Otherside, a website featuring the strange and mysterious sides of the state.
“Ghosts and Legends of Michigan’s West Coast” will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 27 in the Ryerson Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call (616) 988-5400 or visit our website at www.grpl.org.
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