This Abandoned Funeral Home Left Everything Behind

December 25, 2024

In today’s video, we travel to the deep south where we explore an old abandoned funeral home that seemed to have unexpectedly closed down amidst negligence lawsuits and state board allegations of inadequate business practices. It appears that due to these pending and ongoing legal battles, the funeral home suddenly closed down, and therefore, the place had left everything behind, much of it still intact.

On the rural backroads of South Carolina sits an abandoned funeral home with a rich history that began nearly 40 years ago. Before establishing his funeral home business, the original owner and his wife owned and operated the only floral shop in town. The couple had been married for more than 50 years and had one son together. As a funeral home director, he was quite successful and became revered in his small community as a leader and an elder until he died in the early 2000s. The floral shop closed down, and the funeral home was passed down to their only child, the son. The funeral home remained profitable for nearly two decades with the son as the owner and sole proprietor. The business was continuously mentioned in local newspapers until suddenly all operations ceased in September 2020. As a result of the sudden closure, many in the community speculated as to what had happened. Most people assumed that the COVID-19 pandemic may have been the cause, however, further research revealed that the funeral business had been in a dire financial crisis, mainly due to several lawsuits and heavy fines, sanctioned by the state for various violations, such as expired funeral license and not having full-time manager on site. Based on an investigation of the business itself just a few years prior, the state board ordered the funeral home owner to appear before the courts. He was eventually fined thousands of dollars and agreed to comply with the court order to have a full-time manager on site during business hours. Furthermore, he agreed to remain compliant with the annual license renewal process, since he had previously let it lapse on more than one occasion since taking the business reigns from his father. Although we have no definitive proof that the funeral home closed as a direct result of the lawsuits, litigations, or the state board violations, we did uncover some paperwork regarding the lawsuits. From what we read it seems that just prior to its closure, there had been several lawsuits filed against the funeral home by decedents families for various reasons, mainly due to fraudulent activities. No matter the reason one thing remains certain, there is no doubt that the closure of the funeral home is a significant loss to the small community. Even now, it seems that the business could reopen at any time given everything left behind with some of it even still set up. And that’s going to bring us to the end of today’s video on the abandoned funeral home that closed amidst state law violations and several lawsuits. With everything left behind including caskets, two chapels, a fully stocked embalming room, and cremains, helped make it one of the best.

ABANDONED Detroit Medical Clinic

December 25, 2024

During one day of regular, routine exploring, we happened to get turned around and almost as if it was a gift sent from the urban exploring gods, in doing so we happened to stumble upon this abandoned medical clinic. Not knowing what to expect or what was inside, we cautiously made our way into the two-story monstrosity of a building. As we carefully maneuvered our way through the maze-like hallways, corridors, and various rooms, we realized that the nearly the entire first floor, which had definitely been the medical clinic, as evidenced by one room still having the operating lights hanging, had been pretty much stripped and gutted. Disappointed but undeterred, we trekked upstairs and immediately found an abandoned optometry clinic. Unfortunately, none of the exams room had any chairs left. But what was left, was walls of eyeglass shelving units, all of them empty, and a small metal eye vision tester.

Feeling deflated but optimistic, we pushed onward. Next door to the optometry area sat an abandoned dental clinic that once we stepped foot inside, we were in complete astonishment in what we discovered. This place was perhaps one of the best abandoned dental clinics that any of us had ever seen. It was far from the average clinic, with a primary dental office, laboratory, oral surgery area, and an orthodontist office, this place was on a whole nother level. Although the large majority of the dental chairs were gone, there were still enough left, including a uniquely designed set of chairs in a semicircular pattern, we assumed this would have been for educational and training purposes or even for the mass production of orthodontic work. On top of that, we also found the oral surgery area to still have rooms full of equipment and supplies, including xray machines, operating lights, defibrillators, patients dental impressions, records of heavy duty narcotic dosing, including fentanyl, and most disturbing of all was when we opened the fridge only to find full bottles of succinylcholine left behind, which is a strictly regulated paralyzing agent often used in homicide cases due to traces quickly leaving the body.

Abandoned Prison With Insane Decay

August 25, 2024

In today’s video, we will be exploring the remnants of a vast abandoned prison complex that featured approximately a half dozen uniquely designed cell blocks; the majority of which were two-tiers tall, surrounded by chow halls, reception areas, various guard booths, and a large centralized hospital. Exploring this prison was certainly not for the faint of heart, mainly as it is directly next door to an active prison and therefore, constantly swarmed by guards, police officers, and other prison staff, that if they would have seen or heard us it would have certainly ended badly.

The historic prison dates back nearly a century to 1930 when it was originally built to accommodate the growing demands for correctional facilities in America amidst increasing crime rates at the time. Its renaissance themed architectural layout mirrored the prevailing penitentiary design philosophies of that same era, emphasizing both inmate isolation and prison reform.

The nearly 100-year old prison operated for approximately 70 years before it eventually became entangled in controversy, one of the main factors leading to its untimely closure. Although the correctional facility had long been plagued with problems related to overcrowding and other human rights violations, it wasn’t until the 1990’s when the first case of an alleged inmate wrongful deaths came to light. Several other court actions have been settled in years past to the tune of hundreds of thousands of dollars, the large majority of them for wrongful deaths. Additional reports of severe overcrowding, inadequate living conditions, and brutal treatment by the guards emerged, leading to a public outcry for necessary changes within the penal institution.

This all seemed to have triggered an official investigation into the living conditions of the prisoners and exposed the massive need for change and policy reform. Activists rallied not only for the rights of inmates but also for innovative models that would replace the traditional punitive measures with educational and community-based programs. However, it would seemingly fall on deaf ears as it would still take several years before any changes would actually take effect.

Time and time again, inmates had complained of poor conditions at the prison, especially associated with the medical facilities. In fact, in one case an inmate with HIV received “absolutely no treatment and no medication” during their period of incarceration and nearly passed away. And then in yet another case an inmate who came in with a cast from a freshly broken bone, which was prematurely removed by prison staff, leading to limited mobility and permanent damage.

Prisoners were what officials often called a “sick population.” Inmates were typically indigent and came from poverty and therefore did not receive adequate preventive health care growing up and many now have chronic diseases such as diabetes, hepatitis, and HIV. As prisoners were now considered to be “under the care of the state” and as a basic need and human right, they should be allowed access to physical healthcare, routine examinations, medication, dental care, optometry, and mental healthcare. Investigations at that time revealed that prisoners were often denied medical care and many of their basic rights had indeed been violated.

The new modern prison opened in 1998 under a different name and began to implement changes that would redefine its structure and purpose, almost as if they wanted to forget its disgraced and shameful past. The introduction of vocational training, mental health services, educational programs, and substance use prevention sought to address the root causes often associated with criminal behavior. The prison transitioned from a locked-down detention center to a rehabilitation facility focused on equipping inmates with life skills. Through collaborative initiatives with local organizations, the prison aimed to reduce recidivism and foster an environment conducive to personal growth, which it still upholds today.

Abandoned Missouri State Penitentiary With Gas Chamber

August 4, 2024

Located in the state capitol of Jefferson City, the centuries old Missouri State Penitentiary still stands proud, towering high above the muddy banks of the Missouri River, while still serving as a standing symbol of the criminal justice system and its evolution over time. The prison first opened its doors back in 1836 and operated for a whopping 168 years before finally closing down in 2004.

The Missouri State Penitentiary often referred to as MSP for short, has a truly unique architectural design, with its distinctive Gothic Revival style buildings and giant intimidating stone walls solidifying a harsh reminder of a now bygone era within our country’s criminal justice system.

Throughout its long and storied history, the prison housed some of the most notorious criminals in the State of Missouri, as its imposing walls bore witness to the harsh realities of incarceration during the troubling times of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Some of the notable inmates included Martin Luther King Jr assassin James Earl Ray, reputed gangster and bank robber Charles Arthur “Pretty Boy” Floyd, heavyweight champ boxer Sonny Liston, Missouri’s death row love story couple child killers Carl Austin Hall and Bonnie Brown Heady, and serial killer Charles Ray Hatcher.

Not only did Missouri State Pen serve as a central hub for the state's most dangerous and violent offenders, but in addition, it was also known for housing inmates who were sentenced to hard labor in extreme conditions and constant isolation. Built using prisoners' grueling physical labor, the penitentiary's imposing walls and guard towers were meant to deter potential escape attempts and remind inmates of their deserving confinement.

Anyone who broke the rules were often sent to the "hole," a dark and dank solitary confinement cell where they were left to languish in pure isolation. Despite its dark and troubled history, the penitentiary also played a role in the state's efforts at rehabilitation and reform, aiming to prepare the inmates for life outside of prison, but nothing could shake it from its painful reputation as “the bloodiest 47 acres in America.”

Exploring Missouri State Penitentiary gave us a real life glimpse into the harsh realities of life behind bars. From the cramped and claustrophobic cells in death row to the chilling execution chamber, the prison is a sobering reminder of the consequences of criminal behavior.

Abandoned Missouri State Prison Deathrow Inmates

Abandoned Missouri State Prison Gas Chamber

Abandoned Funeral Home Shut Down for $650M Theft

July 27, 2024

In today’s video we will be taking you with us for adventure into another abandoned funeral home that was forced to close after getting caught for stealing millions of dollars from their customers. Sadly, the funeral home had been a stronghold in the community for nearly 60 years before a random state audit in 2009 revealed some shady business practices, mainly the fact that $650 million allocated to decedents burial costs had suddenly come up missing.

Further investigations showed the owner, which was actually the daughter of the original funeral home owner, had disgraced the once reputable business and as a consequence, had her family’s funeral home license permanently revoked.

n the end, the state board found a staggering 127 different causes for discipline against the funeral home owner. There were 34 causes for incompetence and gross negligence, 34 causes for violation of professional trust or confidence, 2 causes for misconduct, 54 causes for violation of the preneed law, and 3 causes for failure to allow the board inspector on the property.

This decision sealed the fate of the once proud family owned business as it no longer served as a pillar of dignity and respect for grieving families. The funeral home opened in 1964 and quickly became the top choice for funeral services. Families entrusted their loved ones to the compassionate staff, finding saliss solace in knowing their final wishes would be handled with care and grace. However, behind the meticulously arranged flower displays and somber funeral services, a dark secret lurked within the confines of the funeral home's walls.

Unbeknownst to the grieving families, the owner of the funeral home had been embezzling millions of dollars from their customers for several years. Instead of using the funds to provide the dignified services promised, they lined their own pockets with the hard-earned money of the deceased and their families. As whispers of financial discrepancies began to circulate during an audit, an investigation was launched, uncovering the shocking truth behind the facade of professionalism.

With the evidence irrefutable, the funeral home was forced to close its doors indefinitely, leaving a trail of heartbroken families in its wake. The once respected establishment was now tainted with deceit and betrayal, a haunting reminder of the consequences of greed and deception.

Abandoned Tennessee State Penitentiary With Death Row

July 22, 2024

This abandoned state penitentiary has a rich and storied history that dates back to its original construction back in 1898. Interestingly, the prison was a strategically designed correctional facility that was supposed to be primarily focused on prisoner rehabilitation, rather than punishment. But unfortunately as the years passed on, it became more known for its harsh conditions, violence, and for its extreme brutality more than anything else.

The prison was originally built as a maximum-security prison and was intended to house the most dangerous criminals in the state, including murderers, kidnappers, and rapists. In direct response to the overwhelming number of violent prisoners being sent to the facility, the state built an execution chamber for death row inmates, which would go on to electrocute over 100 inmates and become one of the most notorious electric chairs in the entire country.

By the early 1900s, the prison gained a painful reputation for its awful living conditions and its brutal inhumane treatment of the inmates. Despite its murderous reputation, the prison was known for its architectural splendor and beauty, featuring Gothic-style stone towers, round turrets, and parapet walls that gave it a medieval castle-like appearance.

In addition to its massive imposing and intimidating exterior, the prison also had a number of notable inmates throughout its history. One of the most infamous inmates was none other than James Earl Ray, who was convicted of assassinating Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968. Ray managed to escape from the prison in 1971, but was recaptured just a few days later.

Throughout the years, the prison underwent several renovations and additions to try and help accommodate the ever growing inmate population and to try and improve the prisons aging infrastructure, however, by the 1980s, the prison was in a serious state of disrepair and was permanently closed in 1992 primarily due to budget constraints and major overcrowding issues. Since its closure, the prison has been featured in several movies and television shows, including "The Green Mile" "The Last Castle” and “Walk the Line.”

The prison had also become a popular destination for ghost hunters and urban explorers, who are drawn to its storied history, its state of decay, the eerie atmosphere and reported paranormal activity. Unfortunately, in the years since its closure, the historic prison would make national headline news in recent years.

In 2020, a devastating tornado ripped through parts of the state leaving a path of destruction in its wake, including the old state prison. The tornado, with winds reaching over 150 miles per hour, caused extensive damage to the facility, leaving several buildings without roofs and completely collapsed.

Abandoned Tennessee State Prison Death Row

The tornado tore through the prison, destroying its aging buildings, uprooting trees, and causing widespread chaos. The aftermath of the tornado highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness and the challenges these places face when trying to preserve our nation’s history. It also underscored the vulnerability of these aging structures and just how susceptible they can be to natural disasters and mother natures furious wrath.

Today, although large sections are collapsed and seriously damaged, the old prison still stands as a haunting reminder of the tragic events that will forever remain part of the prisons historical legacy. While the prison may no longer house inmates, its rusted bars, dilapidated corridors, and crumbling cellblocks, still bear the weight of the prison's troubled past.

Untouched Abandoned Funeral Home With Everything Left

July 7, 2024

Have you ever seen an old, abandoned building and wondered about its past or perhaps you were curious about what caused the place to become abandoned? Now imagine learning that the abandoned building was an old funeral home that closed its doors suddenly and unexpectedly. What secrets still lie within its walls, waiting to be uncovered?

Well that is exactly what happened to us when we discovered this abandoned funeral home and it became our mission to get inside to unravel the mystery of what exactly happened here. In a small town nestled deep within the rural countryside, there stands an abandoned funeral home that has become somewhat of a local legend.

Once a place of somber ceremonies and final farewells, it now sits empty and forgotten, its once pristine facade now overgrown, weathered, and crumbling. The story of its sudden closure had baffled local residents for several years, sparking rumors of shady business practices, financial problems, alleged paranormal activity, and even unsolved mysteries. And with that etched into our minds, we knew that we had to make our way inside to see if we could uncover what exactly happened there.

The funeral home had long been a pillar of the community, providing comfort and solace to grieving families for generations. But one fateful day, the doors were suddenly locked, the phones went unanswered, and the lights turned out. Rumors soon began to swirl about the abrupt closure, with whispers of financial trouble and scandalous secrets hidden within the walls.

The once bustling parking lot now sat empty, weeds growing up through the cracks in the pavement, and the grand facade of the building slowly falling into disrepair. As we stepped into the old funeral home, a chill ran down our spines. The musty scent of decay lingered in the air, and shadows danced across the walls like restless spirits. In the dim light, we stumbled upon the fully loaded embalming room and unfortunately lonely human Cremains as well.

We also found several broken down hearses and dusty old paperwork, each document holding a piece of the funeral home's history. It seemed that the closure of the funeral home was definitely sudden and unexpected, but we could not find anything proving that it had closed due to financial troubles or some sinister scandal.

It appeared that the owner had tragically fallen ill and passed away, with apparently nobody else available or willing to take over the funeral home operations and succeed him in death. And albeit the history of this funeral home may not have a wild unsettling story behind its closure, but we can assure you with its eerie silence coupled with all that was left inside, this place truly speaks volumes as one of the best abandoned funeral homes that we’ve ever explored.

That will take us to the conclusion of today’s video on the abandoned funeral home that suddenly and unexpectedly closed, leaving everything behind. We hope that everyone enjoyed another creepy funeral home from abandoned central. For more photographs from here as well as our other locations, make sure you check out our website at abandonedcentral.com. And y’all know what’s comes next, don’t forget to subscribe to Abandoned Central on YouTube and like, comment, and share it with your friends. We truly appreciate the support!

Abandoned Psych Hospital With Horrible History of Abuse

June 6, 2024

This abandoned psychiatric hospital was originally founded in 1848 as a state lunatic asylum. It was built to provide the best treatment and comforting aid to the area’s mentally ill and criminally insane, however it would go on to do anything but that. And in fact, it pretty much ended up as the “posterchild” of the most infamous of all state run psychiatric institutions in the world.

Abandoned Psych Hospital With Horrible History of Abuse

The different types of abuse and medical experimentations that the patients suffered at the hospital are jaw dropping to say the least, especially for today’s standards, but for some techniques this was from a much earlier time period when what is now seen as barbaric, was a regular form of medical practice back then.

Founded by legendary social activist Miss Dorothea Dix in the mid 19th century, the institution was the first public mental hospital within the state, and the first mental hospital designed on the principle of the kirkbride plan, a complex style of interconnected buildings specifically designed and arranged to look like wings protruding from each side of one centrally located administrative building.

From its initial opening in 1848, the hospital quickly grew and by the 1900s it was treating several hundred patients annually. In the early 1900s it had became the victim of a tyrant madman medical director. Believing that infections were the key to mental illness, he had his staff remove teeth and various other body parts that might become infected from the hospital patients.

His infamous legacy of countless fatalities and thousands of maimed and mutilated patients did not end with his death in 1933. In fact, removal of patients' teeth at the asylum was still the norm until the 1960s. In the 1940s, a psychiatrist at the hospital became known for his extremely high rates of organ removal in countless number of patients, causing a number of them to suffer in pain for so long that they would eventually pass away from blood loss and shock.

Although abuse and experimentation were quite commonplace among many of the countries state run psychiatric hospitals during that era, the amount and types of suffering that happened at this place were at an astronomical level, leading to the hospital solidifying itself as one of the most notorious of psychiatric hospitals in the world.

Throughout its history, the institution had played a crucial role in advancing the field of mental health care, but unfortunately, it came at the cost of countless lives. The hospital's formidable years were marked by overcrowding and substandard living conditions, as was all too common in mental health facilities at the time.

Throughout the first half of the 20th century, the hospital had gained a terrifying reputation for the numerous medical experiments that the staff performed on their patients, as this was long before ethics and consent. The tragic and inhumane experimentations included direct exposure to infections and diseases, human radiation, injections of toxic chemicals, insulin shock therapy, pharmacology testing, electroshock therapy, and lobotomies.

However, in the hospital’s heyday of the 1960’s, the population reached its peak of nearly 5,000 patients and this was during the time when sweeping reforms were implemented to improve the quality of care provided to patients, as the hospital began to face backlash for all the years of unchecked power and horrific patient living conditions, and of course the often brutal torture that many of them faced in those earlier years.

Despite the hospital being faced with several lawsuits for the years of abuse and neglect, by the turn of the millennium, it had re-established itself in the medical field and quickly gained a reputation as a leading psychiatric institution in the region, which still operates today.

The institution’s long and storied history, architectural significance, rich cultural heritage, and notable patients have made it a feature story in several films and works of literature, showcasing its impact on popular culture. The 2001 blockbuster biographical movie “A Beautiful Mind” portrays Russell Crowe as a brilliant minded mathematician who spent several years as a patient at the psychiatric hospital. Other noteworthy patients include several serial killers and domestic terrorists, all adding to its reputable status.

In conclusion, the hospital is deeply intertwined with the history of mental health care in the United States, making it a current symbol of progress and innovation in the field, but it would become more known for the things that happened here, the same things nightmares are made of.

Boston's Abandoned Hospital On An Island | Explored For 24 Hours

May 26, 2024

The history of Long Island Hospital in Boston Massachusetts dates back to the early 1600’s when it was first settled by the Native Americans. But things would all change for the island in the late 1700’s when it soon became a defensive stronghold during the American Revolutionary War and again in the late 1800’s when it was used as a military camp during the Civil War.

Following the Civil War, the need for a dedicated facility to care for the sick and injured became obviously and increasingly apparent. At the time medical knowledge was still in its infancy and diseases such as tuberculosis, cholera, and the whooping cough were running rampant in the region.

So in a direct response to this growing public health crisis, in 1882 the City of Boston began acquiring the land on nearby Long Island, an actual long, narrow island situated approximately 6 miles out into the abyss of the Boston Harbor. The hospital was specifically chosen to be built on the 225-acre Long Island, as the strategic isolation would allow for patients to be treated without the fear of a huge outbreak where many people could be in direct contact with the contagions.

After a few years of debate and reconfiguring use for the island, in 1894, finally the Long Island Almshouse was established. The Long Island Almshouse provided shelter and health care to immigrants, criminals, alcoholics, the disadvantaged, and to the indigent and poor.

By 1924, the hospital complex had gradually extended to now include over 20 different buildings; including residential buildings for staff so they could temporarily reside on the island without having to boat back and forth to the mainland. An account of the buildings at this time lists the superintendent’s house, an institution building, men’s and women’s dormitories, men’s and women’s hospital buildings, a chapel, a power house, and a recreation center with a library, shelter buildings, laboratories, and a morgue.

The immediate land surrounding the hospital was cultivated for the use of both crop and animal production for its nearly 500 patients. It was also at this time that the hospital began focusing on the treatment of chronic and infectious diseases and the name was switched to Long Island Hospital to reflect this change, which still stands today.

By the 2000’s Long Island Hospital was still in high demand for medical care, however, a large portion of the complex was now being utilized for residential substance abuse treatment and as a homeless shelter. This shift was in large part due to the State of Massachusetts beginning to grapple with a deadly opiate epidemic, correlating to a fast growing number of homeless people within the City of Boston.

The shelter and social service programs were highly praised by some, but many also opposed it and scrutinized the authorities for discrimination, basically they felt that moving the addicts, alcoholics, and homeless to an island only shows segregation, racism, and classism.

Despite the concerns, the island went on to succeed and would go on to help save the lives of hundreds, if not thousands of people who suffered from a vast array of mental health problems and other illnesses.

Sadly, this would all come to an abrupt end. In 2014, the hospital was forced to shut down all operations due to safety concerns related to the Long Island Bridges unstable infrastructure. This closure had a profound impact on the local community, as many residents relied on the hospital for their healthcare needs. The official closure and subsequent 2015 demolition of the crumbling Long Island Bridge surely sealed the hospitals fate after over 140 years of support and care to Bostons most underserved and oppressed populations.

In conclusion, the story of Long Island Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, is one of growth and resilience. From its humble beginnings as a small almshouse for the poor, to its renowned reputation for the care of infectious diseases, all the way to becoming a nationally recognized institution for substance abuse treatment, it has evolved into a leading healthcare provider throughout “Beantown” and the greater commonwealth of Massachusetts.

As of 2024, renovation work is underway and the once quiet and peaceful island is now a full on construction site. In the near future, it will be a brand new state of the art hustling and busting treatment center, sticking to its original roots and its now centuries old mission statement.

Journey Through Troubled History: Exploring Abandoned State Prison

May 5, 2024

In today’s video we will be taking you with us inside an abandoned prison with a troubled history dating back to its establishment and inception in the 1950s. Over the years, the facility has undergone several changes and developments, shaping it into the infamous correctional institution that it became widely recognized for.

In the early years, the prison primarily served as a medium-security facility, housing inmates convicted of various crimes, but don’t get it wrong as this place still held some of the states most notorious criminals, running the entire spectrum from assaults and drug sales all the way up to kidnapping, armed robbery, and of course murder.

As the prison population grew, so did the need for expansion and improvement. In the early 2000s, a major renovation project was launched to upgrade the facility and enhance its capacity to deter violence, prevent escape attempts, and of course to also accommodate more inmates.

One of the notable features of the prison is its commitment to rehabilitation programs aimed at helping inmates successfully re-enter society upon their release. The facility offers a range of educational and vocational opportunities, including GED classes, job training, substance abuse counseling, and mental health services.

These programs aim to address the root causes of criminal behavior and provide inmates with the tools they need to lead productive lives upon their release. In addition to its focus on rehabilitation, the prison also places a strong emphasis on satety and security.

As it was once a genuine beacon of both rehabilitation and reform, the prison eventually became inundated with violence and plagued with civil unrest amongst its inmates and with this change, the prison went on to have an awful reputation of being a dark den of despair and brutality.

The inmates living within its walls are subjected to inhumane conditions that strip away their humanity and crush their spirits. The overcrowded cells are dank and filthy, the stench of sweat and fear permeating the air.

Violence was a daily occurrence, with gang wars erupting at a moment's notice and guards turning a blind eye to the chaos. Inmates were treated as nothing more than animals, with their basic human rights ignored and their dignity stripped away.

The food served in the mess hall was barely edible, the portions meager and the quality subpar. Some inmates were left malnourished while others were left ill after being refused medical care, their bodies wasting away from neglect and from allegations of physical abuse.

Despite the grim reality of life inside the correctional facility, there were always those who refused to be broken. They clung onto any chance of hope and became resilience, finding solace in small acts of kindness and inmate fellowship the surrounding darkness.

Due to all the complaints and reports surfacing of the brutal conditions within the facility, state officials eventually intervened around 2010. They spent over a million dollars in prison upgrades and it was then equipped with new state-of-the-art cameras and other security systems and employed highly trained staff to ensure the safety of inmates, visitors, and employees. In the years just prior to its 2020 closure, the institution had implemented new measures to prevent the smuggling of contraband and the escalation of violence within the facility.

Despite this new commitment to rehabilitation and safety, the institution still faced uphill challenges over the years, including overcrowding and budget constraints. In response to these challenges, prison officials worked to implement strategic solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the institution but in the end it proved to be too much and just too expensive. The prison was permanently closed in 2020.

From its humble beginnings as a medium-security facility to its final status as a notoriously violent correctional institution, the facility had undergone significant growth and development over the years. But for most, the prison is a living hell, a place where brutality reigns and humanity is a distant memory. As of 2024 the prison is still abandoned.

Exploring Abandoned Pathology School With 21 Body Cooler Morgue

May 5, 2024

During our latest European road trip, we both knew of this amazing abandoned pathology school with a 21 body cooler morgue that we really wanted to explore. The school, which was part of a much larger hospital campus, had a long standing reputation for teaching the area’s top pathologists and had been recognized for such work several times throughout its years of operation.

The school trained medical doctors and other medical students in the field of pathology, where they would study and learn about the various bodily fluids, tissues, and organs, all to correctly diagnose and treat various diseases and illnesses. Furthermore, they would learn the ways of examining entire bodies to find out the root cause of death, also known as an autopsy.

The pathology school dated back to the 1911 and was a two story terrazzo strapped beauty that had multiple autopsy tables, an autopsy theater, and a morgue with an unbelievable 21-body cooler, by far the largest morgue that any of had ever seen. The pathology school closed sometime around 2012 after many of the other surrounding hospital buildings had been rebuilt and relocated.

Located in the middle of a busting German city, nestled amongst centuries old buildings, stood the old abandoned pathology school. It’s once grand facade now weathered and worn, some of its windows shattered and others boarded up. Curiosity had drawn us to this eerie place, a desire to unravel its mysterious past and to see all that lies within its crumbling walls.

We slowly entered the vacant pathology school through a creaking door and we were in complete amazement to discover that the monster 21-body morgue was still there and intact. As we explored further, we found the two twin stainless-steel old autopsy tables with remnants of blood and other bodily fluids from its long-forgotten past. We were met with a chilling silence that echoed through the empty school halls, only the occasional sound of our footsteps could be heard.

The place sent shivers down our spines, imagining the souls and bodies that once passed through this institution. Despite the chill in the air and the feeling of ever-increasing anxiety, we pressed on, our hearts pounding with excitement and dread. Every corner turned revealed more rooms, including an original autopsy theater with rows of wooden fold-down style seats. We couldn’t help to think of the untold stories of the doctors and students who once roamed these same halls and sat in these same classrooms, some eventually becoming leading doctors and pathologists.

As true urban explorers, we are always on the lookout for interesting abandoned locations to capture the attention of our audience, so when we stumbled upon a mysterious abandoned old mausoleum, we knew that we had to check it out. The mausoleum stood on the edge of a German village, was over 100 year old and allegedly with human remains still inside, we knew that we had to go see this once sacred and now forgotten place in person.

The mausoleum was built in the early 1920s and was constructed by a local noble family who had great fortune at the turn of the century. The mausoleum was meant to hold the remains of each family member, while a once beautiful chapel would have been used for visitation and worship. This place was sure creepy to explore, but it also helped unlock a century of mystery and intrigue, and we were determined to do the old mausoleum justice by documenting everything that we saw.

Abandoned Millionaire Mansion | Family Fighting Over Ownership

May 5, 2024

On the outskirts of a picturesque French village, there lived a quiet humble man named Marcel. Originally from nearby Switzerland, Marcel had masked a small fortune after he inherited his family’s successful plaster business, which was actually located in China. Marcel was a hard working businessman who constantly travelled back and forth between France and China, growing the plaster company even more and in turn, had pretty much become a millionaire. But Marcel was getting older and often yearned to be home with his wife Petra and their children.

Aside from his blossoming career, Marcel was passionate about two things- his family, and the restoration of historical buildings. As a husband and father of three, Marcel had always been dedicated to providing for his loved ones. However, as he grew older, he longed for a change of pace and a wanted to buy a cheap fixer-chupper of sorts, where he could work on the home in his downtime and truly enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

So, at the tender age of 50, he decided to fulfill his lifelong dream of moving out of the city and into the peaceful countryside of France… but he wanted to find an old historical villa that needed desperate renovations, so that he could help restore the home to its former glory.

One day, while exploring the French countryside looking for one of these fixer uppers, Marcel stumbled across an old 17th century mansion perched upon a hill just on the outskirts of a small, peaceful village. Marcel went on to rebuild the once vacant home and create a true masterpiece from the villa’s bare bones and into his dream estate. With all of his acquired skills that he had learned from working in the plaster business, coupled with his complete knowledge of historical restoration work, his new home was finally completed and he started the next chapter in his life.

He learned to embrace the slower pace of life, savoring every moment and cherishing the simple joys that surrounded him and his family. As the seasons changed and the years passed, Marcel watched his children grow up, flourish, and eventually move out to start their own lives. He reveled in the bonding and times that they all shared together, grateful for the opportunity to raise them in such a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Marcel and his wife Petra continued to live as “empty nesters” in the tranquil home until 2010, when Petra was diagnosed with cancer and died the following year. Unfortunately, Marcel, having a broken heart in addition to battling his own health problems was barely able to take care of himself. Losing his beloved wife proved to be too much for him as his physical health increasingly got worse and he became unable to walk and was confined to a wheelchair.

He now lived in complete isolation and loneliness now haunting him. Surrounded by the walls he'd built for his family, they'd become a hellacious reminders of the love, the joy, and the life that was once here but is now gone with the passing of time. And so, Marcel lived out his days in confinement, surrounded by the beauty of his adopted home. As the sun set over the rolling hills, he reflected on his journey from Switzerland to China and then to France, grateful for the new chapter that he had begun and the memories that he had created along the way.

In 2013, Marcel died, alone in his house. Many speculate that he grieved himself to death. Sadly, even though his children were to inherit the property, they've all been in a legal battle with each other for over a decade, unable to reach an agreement on how to divide the estate. They have been entangled in this lawsuit for several years and are not allowed to enter the villa until a settlement of some sorts is reached.

Meanwhile, the once marvelous masterpiece their father had created now sits completely abandoned and rotting away. Even Marcel’s beloved RV still sits in the villa’s front yard, slowly being swallowed by nature reclaiming its course. Despite the stately villa decaying more and more as each day passes, unbelievably it still holds all of Marcel’s belongings and many of his prized possessions from his various trips across the world.

Inside the Twisted Old Clay County Abandoned Jail

April 23, 2024

The Old Clay County Jail in Green Cove Springs, Florida is a historic landmark with a fascinating and rather bone-chilling past. Built in 1894, the imposing brick structure served as the county jail for nearly a century before being decommissioned in the 1970s.

Constructed of one-foot-thick brick walls, there were sixteen jail cells in various sizes with a Maximum Security and Solitary Confinement wing upstairs. In addition to a number of holding cells, the first floor also contained the dispatch center, where operators took reports of crimes and handled incoming calls of crimes in progress. There was also a small connecting corridor that led to the Jailer’s living quarters. During these times, the jailer’s who obviously ran the jail, lived in this connected section and many raised their families within the same walls as the inmates next door.

The jail held men, women, juveniles, alcoholics, homeless, and the mentally ill. They all were held for a variety of different crimes, from trespassing to assaults, all the way up to Kidnapping and of course, Murder.

The Old Clay County Jail was not your average correctional facility. It was a place where inmates lived in cramped and unsanitary conditions, often enduring brutal treatment at the hands of their guards. The cells were small, damp, and dark, with little ventilation and no running water. Inmates were forced to sleep on hard metal frames and were given meager rations of food. Those who attempted to escape were met with harsh punishment, including solitary confinement and even physical torture. The jail is also noted for having seven executions on site between 1894 and 1916. All were conducted at the jail, on a scaffold that has long been removed, and all by hanging.

There have been at least two “escapes” from the Old Clay County Jail. One involved Billy Joe Krebb, who made a key out of a spoon in 1964. He let himself and the other prisoners out of their cells. However, the make-shift key didn’t work for the main front door of the jail, so the would-be escapees were stuck—and, of course, put back in their cells. Not much of an escape plan. The jail is also noted for having seven executions on site between 1894 and 1916. All were conducted at the jail, on a scaffold that has long been removed, and all by hanging.

Clay County Jail was nowhere anyone wished to be. There was even a tiny wooden sweat box out back for any prisoner that would become a troublemaker. Prisons once used this archaic punishment technique as a method of brutal solitary confinement. No air conditioning in those days and little ventilation in the South’s sweltering summer months, combined with disease and the cries of the insane and desperate, made conditions hard to tolerate for most inmates — no wonder this old jail is reportedly haunted.

Despite its grim history, the Old Clay County Jail has become an attraction in recent years. Curious people often stop by to learn about its storied past, including the infamous escape attempts and violent incidents that occurred within its walls. The jail has also been featured in numerous books, documentaries, and even paranormal investigations, involving the TV show Ghost Hunters, with many claiming to have encountered ghosts and other supernatural phenomena during their visits. Today, the Old Clay County Jail stands as a reminder of the harsh realities of the past and the importance of preserving our history. It serves as a cautionary tale of the dangers of unchecked power and the need for reform within our own criminal justice system. While the days of overcrowded cells and brutal punishments may be behind us, the lessons of the old jail still echo through the halls of justice today.

In conclusion, Florida’s Old Clay County Jail is a haunting reminder of a darker time in our nation's history and a testament to the harsh realities of the once barbaric criminal justice system in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Its walls may no longer house inmates, but they still speak volumes about the need for compassion, reform, and justice within our modern society - all in effort to never let history repeat itself ever again.

We Found An Abandoned Gentlemen's Club With Working Power!

April 23, 2024

In today's video we get the chance to explore an old abandoned strip club that was closed down after reports came out of various illegal activities. After several stories of strange happenings and potential illegal activity spread like a wildfire throughout the city, the owners were left with no other choice but to permanently close the "gentleman's club." The slew of alleged violations sure didn't help matters. Some of the rumors included illegal drug use, prostitution, serving alcohol after hours, underage drinking, and most notably, hiring underage dancers. Intrigued by these rumors surrounding the place, we decided to venture inside ourselves to see all that was left behind.

As we approached the building, the air grew heavy and a sense of curiosity washed over us. The door creaked open, revealing a dark, eerie interior, but surprisingly there was a couple of dim lights illuminating certain areas, meaning the power was still partially on. We hesitated for a moment, but our excitement got the best of us and we stepped inside.

The interior was just as we had expected - dusty, decayed, and covered in cobwebs. The main stage was partially still intact with one stripper pole protruding from one end of the catwalk, but the chairs and tables were scattered haphazardly, giving the place an unsettling vibe. As we continued to document our way through the club, we couldn't help but wonder about the lives that had once intersected within these same walls, the stories of both the dancers and patrons who had passed through its doors.

During the explore we were almost immediately greeted by the overwhelming amount of rather interesting stuff left behind. Among the remnants of the club's past, we stumbled upon decaying dressing rooms, each one seemingly frozen in time. We also found the VIP section, where each small room held a chair behind a thick velvet like curtain. This was obviously made so that the dancers could entertain their patrons in a more one-on-one private setting. We couldn't help but to notice the amount of safe sex that was being practiced in the club, as evidenced by the amount of condoms on the floor and even some stuffed into cracks within the walls.

Furthermore, we found refrigerators stocked full of outdated liquor and skunked beer, old posters, game props, magazines, and so much more….giving us a glimpse into the lives of the one time patrons and of the performers who once graced and strutted down the catwalk. One thing stood out, the abandoned strip club had been a bustling spot in its heyday, but now lays dormant, a ghostly relic of a bygone era.

As we emerged from the dilapidated strip club and into the fresh air, we couldn't help but to think that we had proven and validated some of the reports and rumors that had plagued the club, leading to its final closure.

Abandoned Funeral Home Shut Down For Fraud

April 23, 2024

Once the pillar of a southern community for over 50 years, this now abandoned funeral home, nestled in the heart of a small American town, was a place where grieving families sought solace and comfort during their darkest days. However, behind the facade of compassion and care, a sinister truth lurked, waiting to be exposed.

Little did the unsuspecting clients know that their trusted funeral home was secretly stealing money from them, preying on their vulnerability and grief for their own selfish gain. And if that wasn't bad enough, the funeral home had also been caught hiring unlicensed staff and failing to renew their license to practice.

As the news broke of the funeral home's illegal activities, shock and disbelief sent shockwaves throughout the town. Families who had entrusted their loved ones' final arrangements to the funeral home now found themselves feeling betrayed, exploited, and taken advantage of.

The state's investigation revealed that the funeral home had been operating without a proper license for several years, skirting regulations and cutting corners to maximize profits. The owners had shamelessly pocketed thousands of dollars from grieving clients, leaving them financially devastated and emotionally shattered.

The once-respected funeral home was now disgraced, shunned and denounced by the very community it had once served. Families who had been defrauded came forward with their heart-wrenching stories, recounting how they had been manipulated and deceived during their most vulnerable moments. In 2010, in a swift decision, state authorities shut down the funeral home and revoked their license, holding the funeral home owners accountable for their actions. The closure marked the end of an era tainted by greed and deception. As the community moved forward, they carried with them the lessons learned from the betrayal and vowed to honor their loved ones' memories in a way that truly reflected their values and beliefs.

Though scarred by the experience, they emerged stronger and more united, ready to face whatever challenges came their way with resilience and grace. The closing of the funeral home marked the end of a long-standing institution within the local community. For many years, the funeral home had provided compassionate and dignified services to families in their time of need. It affected the families who had entrusted their loved ones to its care, the staff who have dedicated their careers to serving the bereaved, and the wider community that has relied on its services. Its closure signified not only the loss of a business, but also the end of an era. The once beloved funeral home continues to sit abandoned today, slowly falling into disrepair.

Old Abandoned House Frozen in Time

April 23, 2024

In the heart of the French countryside, there stood an old abandoned house, hidden away from the prying eyes of the world. It had been decades since anyone had set foot inside, and the cobwebs that adorned its grand entrance hint at the many secrets that lay within its crumbling walls.

Curiosity beckoned us to venture into the forgotten home, and as we crossed the threshold, it was as if we had suddenly been transported back to a much simpler time in life. The air was filled with the musty scent of history, and the antique furniture, old documents, and faded photographs that lined the rooms whispered tales of lost memories of once opulent family gatherings inside the home.

The tattered wallpaper and creaky collapsing floorboards bore witness to the footsteps of its long-departed inhabitants. Each room held a treasure trove of forgotten belongings, and we marveled at the intricate designs of the ornate furnishings and all that was left behind. As we wandered through the halls, we couldn't help but feel a sense of nostalgia from a time period that we had never known.

The old house had become a time capsule, preserving both the grandeur and elegance of yesteryear. Leaving the house, we carried the memories of an era long past, and a newfound appreciation for the beauty of history. The old abandoned villa had provided us a glimpse into a world that seemed lost to the modern age, and it was an experience we will never forget.

This Abandoned Mansion Was A Time Capsule | Where Did They Go?

March 4, 2024

Dating back to the 15th century, this exquisitely captivating historic abandoned mansion in central France’s Burgundy region was built back in the 1400’s by a French nobleman and shockingly was left abandoned by its last owners in 2017.

The château purposefully sits discreetly hidden amidst a small forest of towering aging old oak trees just outside of a small village. It’s neo-romanesque exterior design features two district prominent round towers with a connecting arched gallery, believed to be the only remnants left of the original 15th century structure, still proudly showcasing its rich medieval heritage today, over 600 years later.

During the French Revolution of the late 18th century, ownership of the château passed to the de Montrichard family, one of France’s oldest aristocratic lineages. Thankfully, the château survived this tumultuous period in French history, and subsequently it was passed down through the family in the years to come. In 1868, it ended up in the hands of Count Armand de Montrichard and he immediately began to rebuild the stately chateau.

He expanded hallways and other rooms, utilized imported tapestries and hand carved woodwork, had rare tile and stained glass installed, and made other significant interior renovations, all enhancing the chateau’s grandiose scale and overall opulence.

The Count had achieved his goal and the architectural brilliance of the chateau was now a blend of medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque styles, showcasing the evolution of all the architectural trends over the centuries. The chateau features a symmetrical layout, grand facades, ornate turrets, and meticulously landscaped gardens, all of which contributed to its ever enchanting allure.

The château’s rich history continued through the centuries and stayed within the de Montrichard family for many years until it eventually changed hands in 2003 when it was purchased by a local architect. The architect tried his very best to protect the aging structure and maintain its massive surrounding property. However, the maintenance became increasingly challenging and proved to be too much, leading to its eventual sale to a couple of Indonesian real estate investors in 2017.

The pair of investors initially planned to undertake another restoration of the deteriorating structure and turn the place into a luxurious hotel and fancy restaurant, but instead left the country and never returned, leaving the once gorgeous castle to fend for itself, which over time, proved to be an impossible task.

In 2020, the property grabbed the eye of a local conservation group, who organized preservation efforts to help save the chateau. Unfortunately, their efforts have yielded little results, especially as it has become somewhat of a popular icon for abandoned French chateaus, attracting visitors and trespassers from all corners of the world.

Despite some people making claims that the historic chateau was once owned by victims of the titanic, there has been no proof to corroborate such a story. As of 2024, the once extravagant chateau continues to sit abandoned, hoping to be saved from additional destruction, further damage, and most importantly, the fate of impending doom.

Abandoned Collapsing Time Capsule Farm House

March 3, 2024

In today’s video we will be exploring an incredible abandoned time capsule 1800s farm house on the brink of collapse. The farm house dates back to the 1800s and has been passed down through generations within the same family, but has been empty and abandoned for as long as anyone can remember. The discreet old house sits back from the road and at the end of a long overgrown driveway. Somewhat hidden among the tall thick unmowed grass were several rows of razor sharp barbed wire fencing, strategically designed to deter any possible trespassers.

Time has not been very kind to the aging farm house, as it has fallen victim to none other than Mother Nature herself. Unfortunately, over the years nature has began to reclaim its course and being exposed to such harsh weather and brutal elements have completely ravaged the once thriving family home.

And worst of all, the days of the craftsmenship style beauty are certainly numbered now that a large section of the front facade has completely collapsed, exposing several rooms to the outdoor climate and pretty much sealing its fate of inevitable doom.

The collapsed wall has further caused extensive damage to the house and has now made it easy for anyone daring enough to enter the dangerous structure. Despite it being wide open for a number of years, unbelievably the home still contains nearly all of the furniture and belongings of the last family that had lived in the home.

As we wandered through the derelict home, our excitment grew with each step forward. In an upstairs bedroom, there was a bed, dresser, end tables, and yet another amroir, complete with various paintings and photographs still hanging on the walls. Shockingly, one of the bedroom walls was completely gone from the collapse years before.

In another upstairs room, a crumbling armoir held faded suits and other clothing. A tattered baby carriage sat facing the missing wall, two stories high and overlooking the former driveway. The farm house had truly been frozen in time and with all the family’s possessions still inside, including old family photographs, we were more determined than ever to help preserve the forgotten history within these walls.

1300's Abandoned Castle | Owner Was Beheaded By King

February 18, 2024

In today’s video we travel to the edge of the Pyrenees Mountains in the heart of southern France to explore a beautiful abandoned castle that has truly withstood the test of time. The history of the castle dates back to the 14th century when it was originally constructed as a medieval fortress.

It was a place of sanctuary for many wealthy families and politicians. It was known for hosting grandiose events and gatherings for special occasions such as birth, marriage, elections, and even for death or funerals.

In the 16th century, a French Duke lived in the castle when he allegedly began conspiring with a Spanish Duke to overthrow the French King, Henry the IV. In 1602, the Duke was arrested and taken to King Henry the IV himself who offered a pardon to the Duke if he would confess. The Duke refused, maintained his innocence, and instead the king had him beheaded.

In the years following the beheading, reports and alleged proof of the dukes innocence came to light and so the dukes once scarred name has again became legendary. Interestingly this stone sculpture of the man riding the horse in the castle ballroom was none other than the French Duke himself that was beheaded in 1602. Unfortunately, the medieval era castle suffered a catastrophic fire in 1888 and was immediately rebuilt to serve as a new venue for cultural events and historical reenactments.

Another interesting feature actually pays homage to the 1888 catastrophic fire and the efforts to rebuild the castle in 1889. The large stone fireplace in the front room adorns two small murals. One mural displays a depiction of the castle after being destroyed by the tragic 1888 fire. The other mural shows the castle in 1889 after being completely rebuilt from the devastating fire.

The castle would go onto succeed for many years until the 1990s when it was sold to British investors who have since left it neglected and abandoned ever since. Thankfully, the castle has managed to survive, largely still intact.

The castle stands as a living testament to the rich tapestry of history and culture that defines that same geographic region. Its enduring legacy, architectural marvels, and cultural significance make it a cherished landmark that continues to captivate the imagination of all who have the privilege of experiencing its grandeur.

We can only hope that our documentation efforts can help others to cherish and preserve the legacy of the castle. We also strive to ensure that future generations can appreciate and learn from the castles timeless allure and historical importance.

Deadly Black Mold Took Over This Abandoned House

February 18, 2024

In today’s video we travel just outside of Paris, France to explore a once luxurious villa that is now considered to be one of the most dangerous abandoned houses in the world. Most wouldn’t think twice that this ordinary looking house is hiding such a dark secret behind its walls. The interior walls of this once vivacious home are now completely covered in deadly black mold. The black mold began to grow at such an alarming rate that the last family who lived in this home was forced to leave in such a way that they left all of their personal belongings and furniture behind, as everything had been contaminated from the years of exposure to the mold.

The now abandoned villa is rumored to have last been the estate of a wealthy artist, musician, and world traveler. Since he was forced to leave his beloved home due to the black mold infestation, it’s anyone’s guess as to where he and his family ended up. In the house, the initial cause of the black mold is still somewhat unknown, but it is safe to assume that the fungus began in an upstairs bedroom, since that room was the completely covered, ceiling to floor, in mold and by far the worst room in the entire house.

With black mold growing best in damp, wet conditions coupled with this house being abandoned for several years, it’s also safe to assume that due to the current state and condition of the home, it has become a prime breeding ground for the deadly black mold to completely take over and consume everything in it’s path. It appears that the mold has grown and eventually spread to the down stairs area of the home, making this home a potential deadly situation for anyone to enter, especially without correct PPE, mainly N95 masks. So for this very reason, we both had come to this location fully prepared, masks in hand, knowing full well that any effort to document this place would pose as a challenge.

But one thing was certain, after traveling half way across the world, we were not going to shy away from a little black mold…..but little did we know that there was nothing “little” about the black mold as we began exploring the place it quickly became apparent that nearly the entire house was covered. Of course, we masked up and got the job done. During our exploration, we were able to confirm that this house in not only inhabitable and covered in mold, but will most certainly have to be demolished, along with everything inside of it, including all of the personal belongings of the world traveling artist. One day, and most likely one day soon, this home and everything inside will be just a memory of a former and forgotten life.

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