Salem, Massachusetts began as a small trading settlement in 1626 after being founded by Roger Conant, and a group of immigrants arriving from Cape Ann. Upon its founding, the town was originally named Naumkeag, but settlers renamed it Salem, adapted from the Hebrew word for […]
In 2010, a piece of footage from a security camera gained fame on the internet, which had apparently been captured by a resident of Fresno, California, back in the 1990’s. The footage seemed to show a mysterious being walking across a lawn in the middle […]
Countless texts have been passed down to us through the ages which speak of weird, magical and mysterious races. From fairies, to dog-headed humans and colossal fire breathing Dragons, the texts passed down to us have inspired great tales of imagination, and have encouraged us […]
Many names have been associated with the study and development of alchemy through the ages, but few are as famous as Agathodaimon. He was said to be a great alchemist from around the third century. During late Roman Egypt, Agathodaimon would go on to make […]
The life of Sarah Winchester is one surrounded by myth and intrigue. Though she is remembered as a prominent historical figure, she is most remembered for the Winchester Mansion, which has made headlines since is original construction. Her life remains one of tragedy, guilt and […]
Paranormal activity runs deep through the state of Arizona. The state is riddled with stories of ghosts, UFO’s, mysterious lifeforms and portals to other worlds. One such story, is of The Ghost Lights of Borrego. In 1858, a Butterfield Stage coach driver reported seeing mysterious […]
For hundreds of years the Vikings journeyed across the North Atlantic through clouds of fog, using superior skills of navigation. How the Vikings became prolific navigators has baffled scientists for years, but one theory suggests they used a technique involving Sunstones. Famous Viking tales such […]
Matthew Hopkins began his career as the Witch-finder General in 1644 when he moved to Manningtree, Essex. Hopkins was adamant that a group of witches were practicing the dark arts near his home. He also claimed that he had overheard a group of women discussing […]
Hey everyone! Thanks for following the blog so far. I have recently decided to open a Twitter account for the blog, any follows would be much appreciated! You can find the Twitter account here or @InqWonder The Twitter page will be updated regularly, and there’s […]
Freelan Oscar Stanley was the man behind the construction of the Stanley Hotel, which opened its doors in 1909. The striking architecture of the hotel and the beautiful backdrop of the Colorado mountains became a prime destination for many high end guests. Though the hotel […]
