Petoskey, Michigan: Mysterious Moving Tombstone
Grave marked with a dark gray monument topped by a solid granite ball two feet in diameter. For unexplained reasons, at least twice, the ball has rotated into a new position, snapping off the pin that held it in place.
Greenwood Cemetery
- Address:
- 105 Greenwood St., Petoskey, MI
- Directions:
- Greenwood Cemetery. The McManus tombstone is located in Section G, Block 27, just east of the Well House and right near the road.
- Hours:
- M-F 7-dusk. Gated after hours. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 231-347-6531
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The McManus grave is marked with a dark gray monument topped by a solid granite ball two feet in diameter. For unexplained reasons, at least twice, the ball has rotated into a new position, snapping off the pin that held it in place. The cemetery superintendent has ruled out human muscle power -- the ball is too high and heavy. If there's a natural explanation, no one has figured it out yet.
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