Visitor services expands ghost tours, reports high participation in pilot runs

Visitor services described a new ghost-tour program that staff piloted with strong sign-up and high attendance, and told the committee they plan to expand the runs through October.

Amanda Clapham said staff tested a handful of tours last year and are offering multiple Thursday and Friday tours through October. "All the tours are free to the public," Clapham said, and staff reported that every pilot tour had at least 20 participants. Members discussed collecting oral histories and linking the program to other preservation projects.

Committee members recommended promoting the tours through social channels and offered to connect staff with other oral-history efforts. Visitor services said they will continue to refine the program and explore additional storytelling partners.