Myths, Mystery, Murder!

Salt Mines

Missing Cemetery & Reappearing Head Stones

Grave Robbers

The Linden Murders
Rolling Hills Asylum
Collapse of Retsof Salt Mine
The 1800's saw many changes in this country.  The end of the Civil War, the onset of the Gold Rush, and mining for salt was popular throughout the world. By the last quarter of the century there dozens of salt mining companies in the state of New York.  The first with the first shaft salt mine was developed in Livingston County (previously salt was extracted via a brine process) and, in fact, there were over 30 mining companies surrounding Genesee County alone. The oldest, the Retsof Mine, had been established back in 1885 and as with any mining industry, was victim of many deaths and tragedies.Retsof, as with all mines, had a series of underground tunnel systems and passages. On March 12, 1994 at 5:43 a.m. a 3.6 earthquake centered near Cuylerville. The earthquake released Methane and hydrogen sulfide gases, ground water began leaching into the tunnels, a 500 square foot shale ceiling  collapsed, and eventually the entire mine flooded. Damage above ground included 70 ft trees and acres of farm land were swallowed up by sink holes, bridges collapsed, and wells ran dry.

Missing Cemetary & Reappearing Head Stones

Rolling Hills Asylum

Grave Robbers

Grave Robbers

The Linden Murders

The Linden Murders

Upcoming Events

>

  • Dec 13 December 13, 2025 - Daytime Guided Tour 1p-3p - $39p
    December 13, 2025 - Daytime Guided Tour 1p-3p - $39p - Your experienced guide will take you on an exploration of infamous areas like the Morgue, Shadow Hallway, and Psych Ward—where whispers and shadowy figures abound. You will learn not only about the history of the Asylum, but also of some of our most preeminent spirits. By flashlight, the past comes alive—some tragic, some terrifying—as you walk the hallways where history was written in life and death. By day, Rolling Hills appears benevolent, but just on the other side of the veil where the line between the living and the dead is razor thin. Step into the shadows where history and hauntings meet. Ticket Info: 18+ with valid ID. Ages 14–17 with parent (pre-authorization 2 days ahead). Parking: 30 min before | Check-in: 15 min | No late entry. Bag rules & restrictions apply. No outside food/drinks. Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes required. The facility is NOT heated, dress appropriately. Rolling Hills Asylum has a zero tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol and has the right to refuse entry if suspected of being under the influence of any substance. No refunds.
  • Dec 19 December 19, 2025 - Spirit Tech & Ghost Hunt! Test the Tools. Face the Unknown! $59p+tax
    December 19, 2025 Spirit Tech & Ghost Hunt! Test the Tools. Face the Unknown! 7:30p-10:30p $59p+tax Step into Rolling Hills Asylum, internationally famous and known as one of the most haunted asylums in the world. Spanning over 60,000 sq ft with a subterranean tunnel, its halls have witnessed tragedy for nearly two centuries. Featured on countless paranormal ghost hunting shows, its corridors are filled with shadow figures, disembodied voices, cold spots, and unexplained activity that has left even skeptics shaken. This event starts off with an overview of the history and hauntings of the Asylum. One of RHA’s most experienced investigators will highlight & explain various pieces of paranormal equipment and take the group out to one of RHA’s most active spots such as the Morgue, Shadow Hallway, or Psych Ward. Here, the guide will demonstrate how the equipment works with guests getting involved as much or as little as they choose. Guests are always welcome to bring their own equipment and go off and explore the asylum on a self-guided ghost hunt, and skip the demonstration and interactive event and explore the haunted halls alone. Come as a skeptic… leave a believer! Ticket Info: 18+ with valid ID. Ages 14–17 with parent (pre-authorization 2 days ahead). Parking: 30 min before | Check-in: 15 min | No late entry. Bag rules & restrictions apply. No outside food/drinks. Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes required. The facility is NOT heated, dress appropriately. Rolling Hills Asylum has a zero tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol and has the right to refuse entry if suspected of being under the influence of any substance. No refunds.
  • Dec 26 December 26, 2025 - Guided Flashlight Tour with Free RHA Logo Flashlight - $39p
    December 26, 2025 Guided Flashlight 7p-9p- $39p - Step into the shadows with your FREE LOGO flashlight (as supplies last) and uncover the asylum’s chilling history. Your experienced guide will take you on an exploration of infamous areas like the Morgue, Shadow Hallway, and Psych Ward—where whispers, shadowy figures, and footsteps echo in the dark. You will learn not only about the history of the Asylum, but also of some of our most preeminent spirits. By flashlight, the past comes alive—some tragic, some terrifying—as you walk the hallways where history was written in life and death. By night, Rolling Hills transforms into a place where the line between the living and the dead is razor thin. Step into the shadows where history and hauntings meet. Ticket Info: 18+ with valid ID. Ages 14–17 with parent (pre-authorization 2 days ahead). Parking: 30 min before | Check-in: 15 min | No late entry. Bag rules & restrictions apply. No outside food/drinks. Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes required. The facility is NOT heated, dress appropriately. Rolling Hills Asylum has a zero tolerance policy regarding drugs and alcohol and has the right to refuse entry if suspected of being under the influence of any substance. No refunds.
View More