Onset, Massachusetts: Ghost-Talking Wigwam
Built over 100 years ago, under the instruction of Native American shamans, the structure resembles a wigwam. Inside, a sensitized spirit pole enables visitors to talk with the dead -- if the dead feel like talking.
Wigwam Spiritualist Camp
- Address:
- 9 Crescent Place, Onset, MA
- Directions:
- Wigwam Spiritualist Camp. MA-25 exit 3 to Onset, then turn south onto Depot St. At the railway track take the left fork, Onset Ave. Look for Wareham Ave. on the left. Crescent Place is third right off of Wareham Ave. The grounds are usually gated, but the building is visible from the street.
- Hours:
- Call for hours. Grounds usually gated. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 508-436-3105
- Admission:
- Donations welcome.
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A 100+ year-old seance meeting hall that has not changed since it was built specifically to contact the dead. It was designed to resemble a wigwam from the instruction of Native American shamans. Inside is a sensitized spirit pole: a communication vehicle hardwired to seek out the dead. These days, in addition to seances, there are drumming circles, spiritualist meetings, and healings held here. If you want to know what your old friend Al is doing these days in the afterlife, this is the place to find out.
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