The Hinsdale House: The Documented Haunting That Forced a Family to Leave — Ep. 39

Located in Hinsdale, New York, the Hinsdale House has become one of the state’s most frequently discussed haunted locations. Reports of unusual activity date back decades, but this episode focuses on a specific period when one family lived inside the home and documented what they experienced. According to their accounts, the activity followed a progression. Unexplained sounds. Physical sensations. Sudden illness. Objects reportedly moving. The family stated that the disturbances intensified over time and were witnessed by visitors and investigators. In this episode, host Robert Barber examines the claims associated with the Hinsdale House during that documented period, including what was reported, what investigators later recorded, and how the events were interpreted by those involved. Rather than relying on folklore, the focus remains on the timeline of reported activity in Hinsdale, New York, what evidence was said to exist, and where the limits of verification begin. Is the Hinsdale House an example of environmental stress misinterpreted as paranormal activity, or does this case represent a documented haunting that continues to defy simple explanation? This episode explores what was claimed, what can be supported, and why this rural New York case remains part of modern American haunting history. 🔍 Further Reading & Case Research (For listeners who want to explore how this case has been documented) Echoes of a Haunting - Revised - Author Clara M. Miller Hinsdale House An American Haunting — various authors As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. 🌙 Listening Environment & Atmosphere (Optional items some listeners use to create a calm or focused listening space) Dreamegg Portable White Noise Machine JBL Vibe Beam 2 - Noise Canceling Earbuds These are optional links. Support State of the Unknown If you enjoy the show and would like to help support it, you can become a Sasquatch Supporter for $3 a month. Your support helps cover the costs of researching and producing the show, website hosting, distribution, and helping more people discover State of the Unknown. Membership is completely optional, and the show remains free for everyone. Become a Sasquatch Supporter on Patreon 🔍 New episodes every Tuesday 🌐 Visit stateoftheunknown.com for show notes and to submit your own story. 📬 Questions, theories, or story ideas? Reach out at [email protected] or @stateoftheunknownpodcast. Some stories don’t stay buried. We go looking anyway.