St. Petersburg to Open Museum of Haunted History
The new paranormal attraction launches in a 1939 bungalow this October.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Paranormal
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Dr. Brandy Stark is set to open the Museum of Haunted History in St. Petersburg on October 23, 2026. The new venue, located in a 1939 bungalow, will serve as a hub for local paranormal research and education.
Why it matters
The museum aims to provide a safe, educational space for exploring supernatural topics while preserving the historical bungalow. It also acts as a permanent base for Spirits of St. Petersburg to conduct ongoing investigations.
Located at 4754 1st Ave. N., the museum occupies a 1939 bungalow. It will operate on a weekly schedule of Fridays through Sundays.
The players
Dr. Brandy Stark
She is a long-time paranormal researcher who has been studying supernatural activity since 1997.
Spirits of St. Petersburg
This is a paranormal research group that will use the new museum as their official base of operations.
The details
The museum features antiques and dolls salvaged from historical sites, alongside a spiritual apothecary and dedicated space for psychic readings. Visitors may encounter William, a spirit believed to inhabit the property, as documented by the team using spirit box technology.
Timeline
Dr. Brandy Stark began studying paranormal activity in 1997.
The museum holds its soft opening on October 23 and 24, 2026.
A grand opening for the museum is scheduled for February 2027.
Culture Shift
The museum reflects a broader trend of utilizing historical preservation to host niche cultural experiences. This shift moves traditional house museums toward interactive spaces that cater to growing interest in paranormal research.
Residents and visitors can visit the museum from Fridays to Sundays to explore the collection or attend psychic workshops. The site also plans to incorporate community features like a trade drawer and a Little Free Library of Supernatural Stuff.
The takeaway
The Museum of Haunted History offers a unique blend of architectural preservation and supernatural research. Enthusiasts can look forward to upcoming community amenities, including an artist studio in the garage and a public book exchange.
What happens next
The museum is scheduled to hold a grand opening event in February 2027.
Further reading
For more information on local supernatural research, visit St. Petersburg Paranormal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Q105.
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