While cemeteries tend to be peaceful, there’s a possibility that they can be haunted too. For example, Green Mount Cemetery in Montpelier, Vermont is a historic resting ground that includes sculptures and a coifed landscape. It’s also been said that a ghost, referenced as ‘Black Agnes”, haunts the statue of John E. Hubbard; the benefactor who left the cemetery a significant donation that lead to the building of an impressive chapel and vault in the early 1900s. Are you intrigued? Read on to learn more about this serene and spooky destination worth visiting when you’re in Montpelier.
Located in Vermont’s capital, Green Mount Cemetery spans 35 acres in the heart of Montpelier.
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Per legend, anyone who sits on the lap of this memorial, known as “Black Agnes”, to John E. Hubbard will have a miserable and untimely death.
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There are about 2.5 miles of road looped through and around the cemetery. Therefore, you’ll have plenty to explore.
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Aside from keeping an eye out for ghostly sightings, visitors come to the cemetery to appreciate the detailed sculptures and statues scattered around the grounds.
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You’ll find many hidden gems as you explore this unique cemetery. This includes this one-of-a-kind stairwell and various lots throughout the grounds.
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Don’t be surprised if you come across a memorial to a pet as well.
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As you can see, the views from the cemetery are just as beautiful as the views within it.
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Have you been to Green Mount Cemetery and come in contact with “Black Agnes”? If so, feel free to share your experience in the following comment section. And if you’d like to stay in Montpelier for longer than a day, check out this weekend itinerary full of fun and interesting things to do in Vermont’s capital.
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Address: Green Mount Cemetery, 250 State St, Montpelier, VT 05602, USA
