Events with tag - Mary Todd Lincoln

April 4, 1862

Willie Lincoln's Ghost First Sighting

First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln reported seeing the ghost of her deceased son Willie Lincoln in the White House's Red Room, marking the beginning of numerous supernatural encounters and séances in the presidential residence.

April 1, 1863

First White House Séance

In April 1863, following the death of her son Willie, First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln organized the first documented séance in the White House Red Room, marking a significant moment in both presidential and spiritualist history.

April 23, 1863

First White House Séance

The historic first séance in the White House Red Room marked a significant moment when spiritualism reached the highest level of American government. First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln, grieving the loss of her son Willie, organized this supernatural gathering that lasted three hours with eight participants.

January 1, 1865

White House Red Room Hauntings

The White House's Red Room has been the site of numerous paranormal encounters since 1865, with staff and visitors reporting mysterious reflections and shadowy figures in the room's ornate mirrors. The phenomena began during President Lincoln's administration and continues to intrigue visitors and staff to this day.

April 14, 1865

Lincoln Assassination

President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth during a performance at Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C. The shooting occurred at 10:15 PM, and Lincoln died the following morning at 7:22 AM at the Petersen House.