3. ABANDONED: The Ladd School
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The Dr. Joseph H. Ladd School was built in 1907 as a state institution to serve the needs of individuals with disabilities. When the school closed, its campus became known as the place to go for urban explorers and ghost hunters. To Visit a Similar Spot: Medfield State Hospital, 45 Hospital Road, Medfield, MA 02052
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