The ChillX Zone

Tonight’s Ghost Hunt at East Bethany’s Most Haunted Site

EAST BETHANY, NY (July 5, 2025) — For nearly two centuries, ghostly gasps have echoed in the halls. Now, Rolling Hills Asylum opens its doors again. It welcomes the brave and the curious. Tonight’s “4-Hour Detained Public Ghost Hunt” promises an immersive encounter with the echoes of the past. You might even meet those who never left the premises.

The Legacy of the Poorhouse

The sprawling brick complex was originally established in 1827 as the Genesee County Poor House. Over the decades, it evolved into an infirmary, orphanage, tuberculosis hospital, and nursing home. More than 1,700 souls passed through its corridors—and, in the eyes of many, too many lingered after death.

Hotspots of Haunting

Paranormal teams and visitors have identified several “hot zones” within the asylum:

• The Morgue: Witnesses report sudden temperature drops and the faint scent of formaldehyde, despite the room’s decay.
• Shadow Hallway: Poltergeist-like knocks and fleeting silhouettes have unnerved even seasoned investigators.
• The Tunnel: An underground passage said to have been used for transporting patients has yielded inexplicable whispers caught on EVPs.
• Military Room: Formerly quarters for World War II veterans. This chamber has produced occasional footsteps. Doors slam when no one is nearby.

Tonight’s Hunt: What to Expect

Beginning at 8 p.m., participants will receive a brief orientation before embarking on a self-guided exploration. Equipment provided includes EMF meters, night-vision cameras, and digital audio recorders. Guides will circulate to explain historical context, but the hunt itself relies on attendees’ own observations and recordings.

Safety and Reservations

For those curious to chase phantoms, admission is $59 per person, and age restrictions apply. Reservations filled months ago, but a handful of last-minute spots may still be available by phone. All proceeds support ongoing restoration efforts to preserve the asylum’s historic architecture.

Why the Asylum Remains Magnetic

Rolling Hills Asylum has been featured on major paranormal television series including Ghost Adventures, Ghost Hunters, and Haunted USA. This exposure has cemented its reputation as one of North America’s most haunted locations.

Yet for many locals, the draw is personal. Stories are passed down through generations of staff. Neighboring farmers have recalled hearing cries in the night or seeing lantern lights bobbing along the grounds.

Tonight, flashlights will cut through accumulated cobwebs. As the clock inches past midnight, those tales will once more be tested. Whether skeptics or true believers, all will share the same question:

Are these walls merely old and decaying—or are they trying to speak?