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This beautiful, historic Victorian mansion that was built by copper magnate George Ferris back in 1903, now serves as a bed-and-breakfast. Unfortunately, Mr. Ferris never got to enjoy his mansion, as he was killed in a carriage accident where he was thrown from the vehicle and died instantly. Sadly, in 1904, Mr. Ferris’ nine-year old son Cecil was playing with a loaded gun when it went off and killed him. All said, the Ferris family lost four out of their seven children in tragic accidents. The property seems to be a hot-spot for tragic accidents. Along with members of the Ferris family who died, a construction worker fell to his death during the construction of the house.
There are said to be several spirits haunting this lovely estate. None of the spirits have been definitively identified as members of the Ferris family, but the possibility exists. The ghost of a woman watering non-existent plants has been seen here along with the ghosts of two little boys who spend their time amusing themselves in an old playroom. Could they be Mrs. Ferris and two of her sons?
Visiting the Ferris Mansion
The mansion stands in Rawlins, along the I-80 corridor across southern Wyoming, which makes it an easy overnight stop on a long drive. It has operated as a bed-and-breakfast, so check whether it is currently taking guests or offering tours before you plan a stay.
FAQ
Who haunts the Ferris Mansion?
No ghost has been firmly identified. Guests tell of a woman watering plants that aren’t there and two little boys playing in an old playroom, and many wonder if they are Mrs. Ferris and two of her sons.
Why is the house thought to be haunted?
The Ferris family suffered several tragic losses, and a construction worker is said to have died while the house was being built.
More haunted houses
Read about the Lemp Mansion in St. Louis, another family home marked by tragedy, or plan a fall outing with our haunted house tours guide.
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