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Hancock – Haunted Hoist House: Fears and Phobias for You
October 25 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Face your fears and phobias in the Quincy Mine Haunted Hoist House this weekend. Michigan Tech University’s Theatre Department is curating lights,
sounds and animations to resurrect the Halloween spirit of the Keweenaw. Instead of relying on traditional haunted house themes, this event focuses on evoking unsettling sensations through creepy elements like clowns, mannequins and other dolls – and eerie visuals. Visitors will travel through dimly lit, spooky themed sections, encountering unsettling sounds, and multiple automated effects that will heighten the scare factor. It’s a unique way to see the mine, taking you through closed off areas you wouldn’t see on a normal tour.
The Haunted Hoist House experience opens this Thursday, Oct. 24 through Saturday, Oct. 26 from 7-10:30 p.m. All ages are welcome, but young children should have adult supervision and adults should be mindful of the event’s theme.
The journey begins at the Quincy Mine’s gift shop/visitor center just off US-41 at the flashing light by Peterson’s Fish Market. Folks will purchase tickets here before winding into the spinetingling hallways of the Hoist House. The event is also a hands-on opportunity for Michigan Tech students to practice and refine their craftmanship and technical skills. Students get to push their creative boundaries to organize the haunted mine further each year.