The Anchorage
PANICd#: 2089
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The Anchorage is a historical home in the Harmar neighborhood of Marietta, Ohio, United States. Also known as the Putnam Villa, it was built in 1859 by Douglas Putnam for his wife Eliza.
424 George St
Marietta , OH 45750
Open to the public: Yes
https://www.hiddenmarietta.com/
Lat: 39.414408
Lon: -81.463329
Database Summary:
Demographic Rank: 0
History: 2
Stories: 1
Claims: 4
Evidence: 1
Resources: 4
Retrievals: 5337
Vistor Rating: 0.0
Votes: 0
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History
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The Anchorage is a historical home in the Harmar neighborhood of Marietta, Ohio, United States. Also known as the Putnam Villa, it was built in 1859 by Douglas Putnam for his wife Eliza. Douglas was the great grandson of General Israel Putnam. Douglas' brother, David Putnam, Jr. was the leading abolitionist in Marietta. David was said to frequent the home, leading to the belief the home was used as part of the Underground Railroad although no evidence has been uncovered.
In 1894, the Knox family bought the house from the Putnams. The Knox family was involved in boat building and gave the home the name of The Anchorage. From 1960 to 1986 the house was a nursing home.
Added by: sdonley on 01/02/2025
DB#:594
Source(s):
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Anchorage_(Marie...
Many families moved in and out of the Anchorage over the years, each adding on a layer of history and a lasting legacy. From the 1960s-1980s the mansion operated as a senior care facility and was the last home to a number of its residents. Many of the eerie experiences that take place in the mansion are attributed to the souls of kindly nursing home patients eager for visitors.
Today, the 23 room mansion is under renovation by the Washington County Historical Society. Tours are provided in collaboration with Hidden Marietta Tour Company, with a portion of every ticket going to preservation of this historic building.
Added by: sdonley on 01/02/2025
DB#:595
Source(s):
https://www.hiddenmarietta.com/anchorage-tours
Stories
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Ghost sightings are common at the Anchorage, Keller says. Some report seeing children. Others see Putnam, once the wealthiest man in Marietta, wearing a top hat.
Most who do see and hear a spirit there believe it’s Eliza, the original lady of the house, who died in the home three years after it was built. Her funeral was held there. Ghost hunters report seeing her wander about her beloved home, speaking in a soft voice or singing quietly.
Added by: sdonley on 01/02/2025 DB#: 1592
Source(s):
https://issuu.com/ohiocooperativeliving/docs/ohio_...
Paranormal Claims
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| Claim # | Added | Added By | Claim |
| 3349 | 01/02/2025 | sdonley | Several orbs have been recorded up in the tower. |
| 3350 | 01/02/2025 | sdonley | Some report seeing children in the building. |
| 3351 | 01/02/2025 | sdonley | Some have reported seeing the apparition of Douglas Putnam wearing a top hat. |
| 3352 | 01/02/2025 | sdonley | Some have reported seeing the spirit of an older woman roaming the house speaking in a soft voice or singing quietly. |
Paranormal Evidence
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CLAIM #: 3349 - Several orbs have been recorded up in the tower. |
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Evidence
Type: Video Encounter Type: Orb Hauting Type: Unknown Investigation Status: More Investigation Needed |
Video showing orbs Submitted By: sdonley On: 01/02/2025 DBA Approved: Y |
Additional Resources
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| Anchorage Mansion Tours
Added: 08/08/2022 By: sdonley |
Information about the building and tours that are being offered. |
| HAUNTED MARIETTA - Article about visit
Added: 08/08/2022 By: sdonley |
"Did you hear that?" my daughter, Rosie, asks as we climb a wooden staircase in the Anchorage... |
| Wikipedia Entry
Added: 01/02/2025 By: sdonley |
Wikipedia entry for this location. |
| An Evening in the Haunted Anchorage Mansion | Rami Ungar The Writer
Added: 01/02/2025 By: sdonley |
The Anchorage Mansion. Majestic but spooky, isn't it? As you know, I was in Marietta the other day for the Hidden Marietta Paranormal Expo. And while I was there, I signed up for a flashlight tour and short ghost hunt of the Anchorage Mansion, the headquarters of the Hidden Marietta Tour Group, who are also… |
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