Ghost of the Week: Castle Green's Woman in White

Castle Green (99 S. Raymond St., Pasadena) - Located in the heart of old Pasadena, sits one of the most foreboding hotels in Southern California. Built in the late 1890's, it served as a luxury resort destination for traveling Easterners for many decades. When its run as a hotel finally came to an end, it was abandoned and fell into ruin. Its only activity was to serve occasionally as a movie location. Today, this imposing structure is still closed to the general public, but in recent times has been sectioned off into private residences.

With its influx of new residents came an influx of new ghost stories. The current tenants have reported everything from door knobs turning by themselves to phantom foot steps. The most prominent ghost however is a woman dressed in a white Victorian gown that wanders the halls followed by the faint scent of perfume. Her identity and connection to the building is unknown.

Normally closed to the public, one of Southern California’s most historic (and haunted) grand hotels from the 19th century will open its doors for four hours. Don’t miss this rare opportunity!

Sunday, Dec. 2, 2007, 1pm-5pm
Holiday Tour of Castle Green, $20
99 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena

The Event benefits the Friends of the Castle Green