Baylies Hall, located in Dudley, Massachusetts, was constructed in 1865 as part of Nichols Academy. The building served as a dormitory for female students until the academy’s closure in 1909. It was then repurposed as a private residence before being converted into apartments in the mid-20th century.

The hall gained notoriety for its alleged paranormal activity, with numerous ghostly encounters reported over the years. One of the most prominent spirits said to haunt Baylies Hall is that of a young woman in a white nightgown, believed to be a former student who died tragically on the premises. Witnesses have described seeing her apparition floating through hallways and rooms, often accompanied by a sudden drop in temperature.

Another frequently reported phenomenon involves the sound of footsteps and doors slamming when no one is present. Residents and visitors have claimed to hear disembodied voices, whispers, and children’s laughter echoing through the building, particularly at night.

Some accounts mention objects moving on their own, including furniture sliding across rooms and personal items being inexplicably displaced. Electronic disturbances have also been reported, with lights flickering and appliances turning on and off without explanation.

One of the more chilling stories involves a ghostly face appearing in windows, particularly those on the upper floors. Observers have described the face as that of a pale, sorrowful woman, believed by some to be the same spirit seen in the white nightgown.

The building’s basement has been a focal point for paranormal activity, with reports of dark shadows, unexplained cold spots, and an overwhelming sense of unease experienced by those who venture into its depths.