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History lovers, urban explorers, and ghost hunters have long found Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum fascinating. Located an hour southwest of Morgantown, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum was also ...

The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum opened its doors in 1864, during a time when the Civil War was still raging and mental healthcare consisted largely of “let’s try this and see what happens.” ...

The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum’s imposing façade and clock tower stand against a clear sky, architectural grandeur masking the complex human stories contained within. Photo credit: FLYDL Former ...

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The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum held its grand reopening Saturday morning, welcoming visitors with a special commemorative wine glass for the first 200 guests.

Other stops on the trail include the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston, Lake Shawnee Abandoned Amusement Park in Mercer County, the West Virginia Penitentiary in Moundsville, Ghost Tour of ...

The trail highlights 14 eerie landmarks across West Virginia. The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, with its Gothic architecture and dark history, is a popular destination for paranormal enthusiasts ...

West Virginia— The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum in Weston, WV. The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum was built in the 1800s, and during the month of October, it offers flashlight tours of the ...