Shades of the past… ? When we consider all the significant historic events that this building has been a witness to, is it any wonder that 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. is said to be haunted?
 

 
Constructed between 1792 and 1800, the White House has been through two fires, 43 presidents (John Adams was the first) and lots of drama in the last two centuries. Previous occupants have had to deal with all manner of world-altering events; foreign wars, civil war and unrest, economic crashes, assassinations (both “successful” and attempted) natural disasters, and many other threats to national security and stability. So, if what paranormal researchers tell us about traumatic events leaving behind psychic energy that manifests as weird phenomenon is true, it would probably be surprising if the building weren’t full of ghosts.
 
Among the well-known spirits said to stalk the famous residence are Abigail Adams, Andrew Jackson, Dolley Madison and, most frequently, Abraham Lincoln ~
 

 
Recently, even Michelle Obama has reported strange occurrences: Supernatural activity may be causing Obama’s restless nights.
Perhaps she caught a glimpse of her own reflection… (Sorry – couldn’t resist!)
 
Seriously though, can any of the famous White House specters be more frightening than the current residents?
The Obamas have been haunting the country for almost four years now. Time to call in the Ghostbusters!