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A Haunted History of Grand Rapids A place to share ghostly experiences that took place in the historic district of Heritage Hill and downtown Grand Rapids, MI. Thank you so much!

My name is Julie Rathsack, author of "A Haunted History of Grand Rapids" and co-author of “Ghosts of Grand Rapids”. I find our city's history fascinating! I have created this page to gather thoughts and stories about hauntings in Heritage Hill and downtown Grand Rapids. I also post mysterious stories that I've come across while gathering research that I think you may find interesting. :)

I hope

to use the tales in my next book, tentatively named "Haunted Heritage Hill". If you live in this historical district and have witnessed unexplained events, I would love to hear your story! Either leave a message on this page, or email me at [email protected]. If you email, please include:

•Your name,
•The address of the home,
•If you own or rent,
•Your personal recollections of the ghostly disturbances, and
•Any information you may have heard about the home’s history. All personal information will remain confidential. If your story is what I am looking for, I will get back to you to set up an interview. From there, I will begin to dig into the history of your home and potentially include it in my upcoming book.

Exciting news!  I will be a literary guest at Grand Rapids Comic Con this year!  Get your tickets now!
01/10/2024

Exciting news! I will be a literary guest at Grand Rapids Comic Con this year! Get your tickets now!

Happy to announce that Julie Rathsack -- author of A Haunted History of Grand Rapids (Haunted America) -- will be at the Grand Rapids Comic-Con on November 15-17!

We are selling out fast!  Get your tickets while they last!  Scan QR code for link!
29/09/2024

We are selling out fast! Get your tickets while they last! Scan QR code for link!

There is some truth to this.  🤣
26/09/2024

There is some truth to this. 🤣

Discover the Haunted History of the Michigan Bell Building!Join us for an unforgettable evening as author Julie Rathsack...
23/09/2024

Discover the Haunted History of the Michigan Bell Building!

Join us for an unforgettable evening as author Julie Rathsack delves into the chilling tale of the haunted Michigan Bell Building and the famous Wooden Leg Murder!

Legend has it that a man brutally clubbed his wife to death with his wooden leg before taking his own life. But what really happened within those walls? Julie will reveal the nitty-gritty details and untold stories that most people don’t know about this infamous location.

📅 Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 5:30PM
📍 Location: Wealthy & Sheldon Apartments

Hosted by the prestigious Wealthy & Sheldon Apartments, this event promises to be a captivating journey into the eerie past of one of Grand Rapids’ most notorious buildings. Don’t miss this chance to explore the haunted history and get your hands on a copy of Julie’s new book! 📚✨

Want to hear more for free? Get your tickets now!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-wooden-leg-murder-storytime-with-author-julie-rathsack-tickets-1025727196657?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

And the ride continues!  My new book has been received so well that my publisher asked me to do a chilldren's version.  ...
17/09/2024

And the ride continues! My new book has been received so well that my publisher asked me to do a chilldren's version. "Spooky Grand Rapids" will have a target audience of 8 to 12 years old and will be released around May 2025! Stay tuned!!!

A couple more fun photos!  With FOX 17 Morning Mix
15/09/2024

A couple more fun photos! With FOX 17 Morning Mix

Got a couple pics from my sweet friend, Brittani Stickler!  Thank you, girl!
14/09/2024

Got a couple pics from my sweet friend, Brittani Stickler! Thank you, girl!

Tomorrow is Friday the 13th!  What better way to celebrate the weekend than with a spooky walk through downtown Grand Ra...
12/09/2024

Tomorrow is Friday the 13th! What better way to celebrate the weekend than with a spooky walk through downtown Grand Rapids. Come walk the streets that are filled with deaths, accidents, murders and LOTS of ghosts! Get your tickets NOW below! (Only a few left!)

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I had a great time hanging out with the FOX 17 Morning Mix crew!  It even got a little scary!
10/09/2024

I had a great time hanging out with the FOX 17 Morning Mix crew! It even got a little scary!

👻✨ Did you know a man was tragically boiled to death in a bathtub right in downtown Grand Rapids? Uncover the chilling d...
04/09/2024

👻✨ Did you know a man was tragically boiled to death in a bathtub right in downtown Grand Rapids? Uncover the chilling details on our ghost tour this Friday, September 13th, with local author Julie Rathsack!
Join us on our EAST route to explore the spine-tingling locations from Julie’s new book, A Haunted History of Grand Rapids. 📚🕯️
Plus, get your hands on signed copies of the book after the tour!
Secure your spot now at www.GhostsOfGrandRapids.com. Don’t miss out on a night of ghostly tales and historic horrors!

Have you gotten yours yet?  Thanks for the pictures, Naomi Farran!
29/08/2024

Have you gotten yours yet? Thanks for the pictures, Naomi Farran!

Spotted at Books & Mortar on Cherry Street!  Thanks for the picture, Tyler Burke!
29/08/2024

Spotted at Books & Mortar on Cherry Street! Thanks for the picture, Tyler Burke!

27/08/2024
It's officially been spotted at Walgreens on Plainfield and 4 Mile!  Thanks for the photo Michelle O'Dea and John Wojtow...
27/08/2024

It's officially been spotted at Walgreens on Plainfield and 4 Mile! Thanks for the photo Michelle O'Dea and John Wojtowicz!

Today is the day my book hits the shelves at all national book stores and so many other places like museums, Walgreens, ...
19/08/2024

Today is the day my book hits the shelves at all national book stores and so many other places like museums, Walgreens, etc.! AHHH!!!! PS - If anyone buys one, shoot me a picture of the display its on (even if it's just a shelf!) Thanks!!!!

Who is ready for my new book, "A Haunted History of Grand Rapids"?  It comes out next Monday!  I can't wait!  :) Link in...
15/08/2024

Who is ready for my new book, "A Haunted History of Grand Rapids"? It comes out next Monday! I can't wait! :) Link in comments for presale on Amazon.

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