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= '''Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum''' =

== Overview ==
The Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum in [[Milan]], Ohio, is not only historically significant as the childhood home of inventor Thomas Alva Edison, but also the subject of numerous reports of unexplained phenomena. Visitors and staff have described unusual experiences that some interpret as paranormal in nature, including auditory anomalies and apparitional sightings.

== Location ==
* '''Address:''' 9 Edison Drive, [[Milan]], Ohio 44846
* '''City/County:''' [[Milan]] / [[Erie County]]
* '''Public Access:''' Yes

== Haunting / Legend Summary ==
Reports of unexplained activity at the Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum include:
* Auditory experiences such as strange noises and mysterious music.
* Sightings of angelic or "angel-like" figures.
* Children reporting the presence of unseen people or hearing "angel voices."
* A visitor experienced sudden fear and physical reactions such as hair standing on end, suggesting an unseen presence.
* A guest identified a presence in the house with the image of Miss Marietta Wadsworth, Edison’s cousin and former caretaker of the home.

There is no specific time of year consistently associated with the reported phenomena.

== Historical Background ==
* '''Construction date:''' 1841
* '''Original purpose:''' Private residence, birthplace of Thomas Alva Edison
* '''Notable events:'''
** Birthplace of Thomas Edison on February 11, 1847.
** Served as a family residence and later preserved as a museum.
** Miss Marietta Wadsworth, Edison's cousin, served as caretaker of the property for approximately thirty years starting in 1914.
* '''Key timeline moments:'''
** Designated as a museum and opened to the public.
** Maintained and interpreted by curators including Larry Russell (curator as of 1991).

== Reported Phenomena ==
* '''Apparitions:''' Angel-like figures and possible spirit of Miss Marietta Wadsworth.
* '''Cold Spots:''' N/A
* '''Voices/EVPs:''' Reports of "angel voices" heard by children.
* '''Physical Touches:''' N/A
* '''Object Movement:''' N/A
* '''Malfunctions:''' N/A
* '''Poltergeist Activity:''' N/A
* '''Shadow Figures:''' N/A
* '''Time Anomalies:''' N/A

== Skepticism & Alternative Explanations ==
* Unusual auditory experiences may be attributed to acoustic properties of the house or external sounds.
* The perception of unseen presences may stem from suggestion, emotional reactions, or pareidolia.
* Children's imaginative interpretations or learned behavior may explain some reports, such as the mention of "angel voices."
* No scientific studies or official investigations have been documented to verify the reported claims.

== Visitor Information ==
* '''Visiting Hours:''' Vary seasonally; typically open spring through fall. Visitors are encouraged to check the official website or call for current hours.
* '''Fees or Costs:''' Admission fee applies; rates available through the museum.
* '''Contact Info:''' Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum, Milan, Ohio off Route 250 near junction of 113; Phone: 419-499-2135
* '''Warnings/Restrictions:''' Guided tours only; photography may be restricted in certain areas.

== Citations / References ==

* Chris Woodyard, ''Haunted Ohio IV''
* Letter from Larry Russell, Curator, Edison Birthplace Museum, Milan, February 20, 1991
* "Invisible Visitors to the Edison Museum", Erie County, Milan

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