Woodland Grand Theater
Long ago in this theater, a man named George and his dog would come and see a movie in theater three every week. When George died of a heart attack, he and his dog continued to frequent the theater. It has been said that George was seen in the projection booth and that he would turn lights on and off. Others have reported hearing his dog bark loudly. Though the theater is now torn down, there have been reports of a ghost dog walking around the site.
Are these haunting listings real? I am seeking to become a ghost-hunter. I aim to leave the ghosts alone but I only want to seek them to find out for myself who and what they are because I do not believe they are the spirits of the dead. My belief is they are either scientific phenomena that are not yet explained, or else demons of the devil. I want to find out which of these possible explanations is true, and this requires seeking them out for myself.
I’ve been looking for one in my town to start with. Thanks.
Comment by Nathan | 10.5.2005 | 7:27 pm
So, what…this guy drops dead of a heart attack and somebody offed the dog too? Poor dog…
Comment by Sarah | 01.9.2006 | 2:05 pm
Does anyone know anything about a Haritage Hill house on Washington St..in GR? My friends mother just bought this house and it is said to be haunted by a little girl.
Comment by Maria | 03.16.2006 | 3:58 pm
Hello Ghost Hunters!
I was in a houses on Cutler St. off Buchanan. My best friend’s sis lived there and was given a book by a complete stanger who came to her door and told her that the house was in he book. So we try to contact the ghost sitting in the den. The ghost occupied the stairay and a room or 2 upstairs.(One wall to the den was on the other side of the stairs) Long story short we chanted and giggled “Ghost, Ghost out of the wall, Ghost ghst give us a call” It made a lage picture clock fly off the wall and the candels went out. We NEVER tried that again..lol
The book witch is out of print right now was by Don W. Farrant called “The Haunted Houses Of Grand Rapids” I am trying to get a hold of one..I am going to pay 35.00 But that is ok. That’s My story and I am sticking to it..lol Boo-gah Boo-gah
Comment by Robin | 04.20.2006 | 11:08 pm
he dropped dead of a heart attack and there still roaming the movie theater
Comment by angie | 04.21.2006 | 1:03 pm
You should also check out a series of three books by the same name, “Haunted Houses of Grand Rapids” by Gary Eberle. He is a good friend of the family, so we confirm his research is genuine and valid. And they are really interesting. You can find them on Amazon.com, and (for the locals) at the Grand Rapids Public Library.
Comment by Clare | 05.13.2006 | 4:32 pm
I’ve lived in Grand Rapids for quite a few years and lived in one haunted house. There were at least 2 ghosts. We had one playing tricks on us; turning out lights and moving things and another one who caused weird smells, noises and just a feeling of fear.
I have Volume 2 of Haunted Houses of Grand Rapids by Gary Eberle and Haunted Houses of Grand Rapids by Don Farrant (vol 1). For the person who was looking for these books, contact me. I don’t know whether I can put my email addy on here but I’ll try. gayleold@hotmail.com
Comment by Gayle Christopher | 05.21.2006 | 2:06 am
Hey I live in the Grand Rapids Area and would love to do some Ghost Hunting, anybody who might be interested drop me a email… Dawn
Comment by Dawn | 06.2.2006 | 11:48 pm
Dawn,
I have a ghost in my pocket. However, you must be 18 years or older.
Comment by Big Bill | 06.6.2006 | 4:52 am
Hi Dawn, I’d love to get a group going. I’m a serious reply. I also have basic equipment and a little experience. I did not find your e-mail on the site, so if you read this, please contact me at banshee_in_middleville@yahoo.com
Comment by Kim | 07.15.2006 | 10:27 am
Hey i was wondering were the house is in heritage hill? Send me an email or post a comment to let me know thanks.
Comment by cheree | 09.12.2006 | 5:49 pm
Here is a link that gives a bunch of haunted places throughout Michigan. It’s very interesting!
http://theshadowlands.net/places/michigan.htm
Comment by Kyle | 10.9.2006 | 4:12 pm
not veary scary!!!!
Comment by Elizabeth Schulte | 11.14.2006 | 3:02 pm
Hi my name is Rick and anybody wants to go Ghost Hunting with me that are serious let me know. rapcole@msn.com I can communicate with spirits so if you want proof show me where you want me to go and i will give you it.
Comment by Rick Prater | 01.20.2007 | 6:24 pm
I too live in Heritage Hill and am looking for information on haunted houses in the area. The house I live in is said to be haunted and would like to find out more information. Please, anyone, contact me and let me know if there is a group to join or information I can find!
Comment by Danielle | 02.18.2007 | 8:26 pm
Does anyone know the story of Johnny Styles. He was a boy who feel off the bleachers & broke his neck & died at a youth in Grand Rapids Michigan in 1983. A new youth center has since been biult over the same site & I guess there has been some very strange occurances there. I’m looking to get more info or a photo of the boy. If anyone has any information please shoot me back an e-mail. Nels
Comment by nels | 03.11.2007 | 2:27 pm
I am very intrested in becaming A ghost hunter If anyone knows who is looking for help or will give me A chance please let me know thanks miguel
Comment by miguel | 03.16.2007 | 6:38 pm
Hi,
I lived in GR for seven years and my house was seriously haunted- orbs floating around at night-blue lightning crackles in mid-air, drawers opening in our kitchen, light bulbs popping, a frightning shadow person floating above me while I was sleeping, and a creepy feeling when we would go down in our basement. I never had anyone investigate it or anything, but some of my family and friends have experienced it. There were times when I was scared to go to sleep there! If anyone wants the address, e-mail me@ lawlietyermom@yahoo.com however: the house has been bought by other people and I don’t know what they may have (or haven’t) experienced…
Lawliet
Comment by lawliet | 08.11.2007 | 10:42 pm
I’m with a local paranormal research group. If anyone who visits this board would like to join us investigating the haunts of Grand Rapids, Michigan, let us know. lisad@g-r-a-p-e.org or visit our site http://www.g-r-a-p-e.org Thanks and I enjoy these tid bits of information.
Comment by Lisa | 08.24.2007 | 1:36 pm
What theater is this, where is it located in Grand Rapids?
Comment by Kyle | 09.18.2007 | 8:53 am
I keep hearing of the Velvet House in Kentwood.
I have lived in Kentwood all my 28 years so far…
I was just wondering if anyone knows where the Velvet House once stood. and if it still stands today.
I’m just curious that’s all,I have no intention of going there. I not that experienced in the paronormal yet. Even though I am fasinated with ghosts.
please if you have heard anything this is my e-mail
ekfalcons98@aol.com
thank you
Comment by Kevyn | 09.30.2007 | 7:10 pm
hey Maria the house you talking id haunted by a little girl and she died right in front of her sister by getting run over by a tractor
Comment by Andrew | 11.22.2007 | 4:47 pm
why would someone bring there dog to a movie theter
Comment by ghosthunter | 02.26.2008 | 6:10 pm
I just recently moved to michigan. Its a gorgeous state, but the house I live in is over 100 yrs old. My family and I have experienced weird stiuations. We believe there is only one ghost in our house. My 12 yr. old daughter thinks its a woman. She is a friendly one. One day we went to the beach in Holland, we came back and as we opened our front door the piano in an upstairs room began to play. We all heard it. There have also been times where my children would be playing with a toy, and if they put it beside them, look away, and look back it would have dissapeared. I’ve also experinced that. But this spirit is like a mother. She has a very gentle vibe, and she causes no harm to our household.
GR is a great place to ghost hunt!
r
Comment by Angie | 03.2.2008 | 12:23 pm
Does anyone know about the haunting at Alpine Manor on the corner of Monroe and Michigan? Please let me know.
Thank, Renee
Comment by Renee | 03.6.2008 | 1:29 pm
I dont know about these things. I want to know more
Comment by jea | 03.11.2008 | 10:45 pm
I have been in the ghost hunting proffesion for over 11 years, and I have found this particular site in Grand Rapids to have the most frequent visits than any other place I have been in the states. The ghost used to be gentle but since the theatre was torn down the ghosts seems to be more disturbed. Use caution and please be respectful if you happen to come across the spirit of the man or the dog.
Comment by Daniel ghost hunter | 06.6.2008 | 6:24 pm
How is the dog a ghost when it doesn’t say he died???
That makes the story kinda seems untrue.
?????
Comment by Sandra | 07.14.2008 | 2:24 am
I was interviewed by Gary Eberle some 30 years ago about a house that we lived in Heritage Hill. Gary did all of the research and he an excellent researcher!
Gary found out that there was a family who had suddenly died. Our experiences were such that we could sense 4 family members. A dominant male, dominant female and two children. We had some really wild stuff that kept happening and we had no real explanation. Eventually, we chose to move quickly!
It all started when my parents and I found the door that led to the third floor. We o0pened it and when the door was opened a very cold chill went right up my spine. Weeks later, stuff began to happen. Swing doors would open and close on their own. Spirits would walk through walls, we had a pup that was thrown down the front stairway! Levitations would occur with small objects.
In the summer, the temps would be so cold that you could sleep with 4 quilts and still be cold! The outside temp might be in the ’80’s outside! We had constant feelings of being watched.
Because of our experiences with this house, I eventually became a paranormal researcher and a medium.
Comment by Al | 07.21.2008 | 9:48 am