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Nestled in rolling farmland, the home near Richmond was built in the late 1700’s, with a major addition constructed in the 1860’s. Historic White Hall mansion, designed in Georgian and Italianate styles, boasts nearly 10,000 square feet with modern innovations of the time such as central heating and indoor plumbing.
Dating back to 1798, this site was the historic home to Cassius Clay. His father built the home and it is believed to be haunted by Clay himself, his wife and son. Witnesses have claimed to see moving candle lights, hear footsteps, and other mysterious noises, and even smells throughout the home. Piano and violin music has also been heard, and three ghostly apparitions have been spotted.
While most people associate ghostly activity with the dark hours, much of the spirit-like activity has been reported during the daytime, Of course, that may be because the daylight hours are when most people are around to observe the phenomena.
The historical residence is open for tours throughout the year for those who are interested in taking a look around for themselves.
White Hall is managed by Eastern ¸£Àû¼§ÊÓÆµ University. For more information, call 859-622-8845.
White Hall is OPEN for tours April – October, Wednesday – Sunday
Self-guided tours: 11am – 3pm
Tickets: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors/military, $5 for kids (12 and under)
Explore the mansion yourself! Signs around the mansion will tell the story of White Hall and the Clay family who called it home. See unique artifacts, pieces of antique furniture, and photographs that tell the story of White Hall’s past. A staff member will always be in the mansion to answer questions.
Guided tours: 3:30pm (lasts around 1 hour)
Tickets: $12 for adults, $10 for seniors/military, $5 for kids (12 and under)
White Hall History Tour (Wednesday-Saturday): A guided tour where guests will learn about the history of the Clay family and the mansion.
Days Gone By Tour (Sunday): An interactive guided tour where guests will see vintage photographs of the White Hall estate and learn about the mansion’s construction, how it fell into disrepair, and its restoration.
*Tickets must be purchased at the Gift Shop, located inside the mansion. The maximum number of guests per Guided Tour is 20. Guided Tours are first come-first serve and begin at 3:30pm so it is best to arrive early to purchase tickets. You may call or email ahead to reserve spots on a Guided Tour. If absent when the tour begins, spots may be given to other guests.