Haunted Rectory Overnight Ghost Hunt
October 23, 2010 from 8:00 PM to 2:00 a.m.
462 East State Street / Jacksonville, Illinois

Join us for an exclusive overnight ghost hunt at one of the most unique locations that we have ever offered -- the authentic haunted rectory of the Our Savior Church in Jacksonville! We'll spend the night looking for the rectory's reported ghosts and learn more about it's rich history, as well as take a short walking tour of other nearby haunted sites. Is the rectory really as haunted as some people claim? You'll have the chance to find out on October 23 when we give a limited number of ghost hunters the chance to possibly meet some of the former occupants of the old mansion face-to-face!
This unusual overnight event is not for the faint of heart and flashlights are required!
Not recommended for children or pregnant women!
$60 Per Person -- Click Here to make Reservations!

More About the Our Savior Rectory
The first owner of the property where the rectory now stands was Illinois' Civil War Governor Richard Yates, who purchased it in 1947. Two years later, he sold the land to James Ewing and built the Yates Mansion next door. Ewing held the property until 1895, when it was sold to the Our Savior Catholic Church, which began constructing the rectory. When finished, it was regarded as one of the finest homes in the city. It was constructed from brick and stone and was furnished with oak throughout. Both electricity and gas were installed at the time.

Father John Crowe was the first to reside in the rectory and he lived there for 20 years. He was succeeded by Father Francis Formez, who lived there from 59 years and is now believed to be the rectory's most active ghost.

But if he lingers here, he does not do so alone. Monsignor Michael Driscoll was the next to live in the rectory, along with Father Bud Degrand. The rectory was closed in 1995 and has been undergoing renovations. It is listed today on the National Historic Register. It is considered one of Jacksonville's most historic sites -- and one of the most haunted!

According to both legend and first-hand accounts, the apparitions of four of the rectory's former residents have been seen looking out the windows, reflected in mirrors, and lurking about the house. They are joined here by a phantom nun, whose identity remains unknown. Lights turn on and off by themselves, cold winds blow through the house with the windows closed and odd aromas, like cooking food and men's cologne, are often experienced.
Don't miss out on your chance to be one of the lucky few to experience a night in this house!