Haunted Alton Countdown: A Look Inside McPike Mansion

A Victorian House Wrapped in Legend

Few places are more closely associated with Alton’s haunted reputation than McPike Mansion. Its Victorian architecture and long history have made it a favorite subject of local lore and paranormal reports.

In our upcoming series, we’ll look at the building’s historical setting and the stories that have gathered around it—keeping documented facts distinct from claims that cannot be independently verified.

Haunted Alton begins October 26 on Echoes of America. The McPike Mansion feature is scheduled for October 29.