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Brooksville Today
By the People, for the People
Paranormal Activity Haunts Historic Brooksville Home
Visitors report ghostly encounters at 170-year-old May-Stringer House
Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:07pm
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The historic May-Stringer House in Brooksville, Florida, is said to be haunted, drawing visitors seeking a supernatural experience.Brooksville TodayThe historic May-Stringer House in Brooksville, Florida, built in 1856, has long been rumored to be haunted, with visitors reporting strange occurrences such as moving furniture, disembodied voices, and unexplained shadows. The house is now open for ghost tours, attracting paranormal enthusiasts seeking a supernatural experience.
Why it matters
The May-Stringer House is one of Brooksville's oldest and most iconic buildings, with a rich history dating back to the Antebellum era. The persistent ghost stories surrounding the property have made it a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors interested in the paranormal and the city's haunted past.
The details
The May-Stringer House was built in 1856 and has served as a private residence, a hospital during the Civil War, and now a museum. Visitors have reported a variety of ghostly phenomena, including doors slamming on their own, furniture moving without explanation, and the sound of disembodied voices. The house is open for guided ghost tours, where participants hope to encounter the spirits said to linger within.
- The May-Stringer House was built in 1856.
- The house served as a hospital during the Civil War.
- The house is now open for guided ghost tours.
The players
May-Stringer House
A historic home in Brooksville, Florida, built in 1856 and known for its reported paranormal activity.
What they’re saying
“I felt a chill go down my spine as soon as I walked through the door. The energy in this place is just different.”
— Sarah Wilkins, Ghost Tour Participant
“You can feel the history and the spirits in this house. It's an incredible experience.”
— Michael Hernandez, Ghost Tour Guide
What’s next
The May-Stringer House will host a special Halloween-themed ghost tour on October 31st, 2026, promising an even more intense paranormal experience for visitors.
The takeaway
The May-Stringer House's reputation as a haunted historic site has made it a popular destination for those interested in the supernatural, drawing visitors from across Florida and beyond who hope to encounter the spirits said to linger within its walls.
