So, I went in this house back around 1980. Way before all the businesses were built around there. Back before the earthquake that closed it down and they fenced it off. The house was creepy back then. I remember going up the stairs, and they were rickety. Creeking and cracking as you put your foot on every step. Also, they would take you down the road to the Spadra Cemetery where all the Phillips are buried. That's all hidden now behind buildings and almost impossible to get to, but back then, you could drive right up to it. House is looking nice these days from what I see in the pics.
There also used to be a mine up in the hills. Some kids went in there and it collapsed and they died. The authorities went in there and blew up the rest of the mine. Used to be able to drive down the 71, and you could see up on the hill where it...
Read moreWe got there early because we wanted to explore the Mansion but instead we were sent in a group of teens early. We even asked to go at our scheduled time but was told to go. It was a bit annoying with the young crowd who have all done this before. I did not enjoy it and I love horror movies and just felt my husband wasted his money on my bday weekend for this. We last finally got to do the attic which ended up being a waste because we already did the tour so her talking about it was like oh. I did like the magic show and the drinks were good. We weren't able to be a volunteer because it was so long between sets. I would not have spent that much money on VIP tickets for...
Read morethe building was fenced off and not available to the public on a saturday afternoon. i don't know if this is unavailable at all times but that is where i drew some confusion because some previous reviews also state they are closed unless you have a group or on the halloween holiday. i'd like to visit inside of the building because it looks generally in good shape. i'll be sure to do some more homework and see the next time they're available but for the time being i'd take a look at the photos and videos posted because that'll be all that is available while...
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