History, Mystery & Murder Tour

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Join us as we uncover the frightful stories of Springfield’s past on this evening stroll through Greenmount Cemetery, located across the street from the Frank Lloyd Wright's Westcott House.

Hear the tale of Thomas Kizer’s mysterious death, the legend of Stephen Bell’s glass top casket, and the chilling story of the Graveyard Ghost. The evening begins in the gardens of the Westcott House, where guests will help solve the murder mystery of Elizabeth Ormsbee, who was killed on the grounds in 1869. The tour will conclude at the Westcott Shop with some delicious hot cider. Tour guided by Kevin Rose.

Meet at the Westcott Shop, 85 South Greenmount Avenue. Parking available along the South Greenmount Ave. Please note that South Greenmount Avenue is a one-way street - you may enter from East Main Street.