Haunted White House: Ghosts of Presidents and First Ladies

The White House is more than the seat of American power—it may also be one of the most haunted homes in the United States. For over two centuries, presidents, first ladies, staff, and visitors have reported strange sounds, ghostly figures, and chilling encounters.

The most famous presence is Abraham Lincoln, whose spirit has been seen in the Lincoln Bedroom by guests ranging from Eleanor Roosevelt to Winston Churchill. Other apparitions include Abigail Adams, carrying laundry through the East Room, Dolley Madison guarding the Rose Garden, and even Andrew Jackson, whose laughter echoes through the halls.

From ghostly soldiers of the War of 1812 to presidents long gone, the White House has more than history within its walls—it may have spirits, too.

Join The Nocturnal Archives as we uncover the haunted history of America’s most famous home.