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You Can Stay Overnight at One of the US's Most Notorious Murder Houses, and the Photos Will Give You Chills

Updated on 9/7/2020 at 11:35 AM

If you're a fan of true crime and don't get spooked easily , you probably already know all about the Villisca Ax Murder House in Iowa. Now a historical site, the house has a bone-chilling history that's made it one of the most notorious murder houses in our country's history — and you can visit it! But before you purchase your tickets (more on the later), you'll want to read up on the horrifying true story of what happened to the Moore and Stillinger families inside the house. The events left two adults and six children dead, and if the hair on the back of your neck isn't already standing up, it will be.

The Villisca Ax Murder House Story

In the rural small town of Villisca, IA, in 1912, the Moore family lived in this small white frame house . Mr. and Mrs. Moore had four children: Herman, 11, Katherine, 9, Boyd, 7, and Paul, 5. One Sunday evening after church, sisters Lena and Ina Stillinger (ages 12 and 8) were invited back to the Moore household for supper and an overnight with the children, which they gladly accepted. When a neighbor didn't see any activity on the Moore property the following morning, she became worried and rang for the brother of Mr. Moore. After multiple attempts of calling into the house for someone to open or unlock the front door, he entered using a personal house key. What he saw next kick-started one of the world's most scandalous unsolved murder cases .

Inside, the bodies of the Stillinger sisters were found dead in a downstairs bedroom and the bodies of the Moore family were found dead in the bedrooms upstairs. All houseguests were bludgeoned to death on the night of June 10, 1912. What has scholars, historians, and investigators stumped is how the murder scene was left.

Lamps were found off at the end of each bed that contained a dead body; the victims' faces were covered with clothes after they were murdered; a bloody axe (presumably the murder weapon) was located in the room where the Stillinger girls were sleeping, and all rooms had gauge blood marks that mimicked the swing of an axe; there was a pan of bloody water in the kitchen along with a plate of uneaten food (Ummm, WTF?!); and all doors were locked. Oh, and did we mention that the axe belonged to Mr. Moore, which leads people to believe that the murderer arrived at the house unarmed?

Although there were a plethora of suspects, to this day, now 108 years later, there still isn't a convicted murderer and the case remains unsolved. Shortly after the murders, rumors began to spin out of control in the small town and newspapers picked up any and every name that was mentioned but that didn't produce a verified killer.

How You Can Tour the House

If you're just as curious and spooked about this unsolved murder mystery house as we are, you can visit the Villisca Ax Murder House and see it for yourself. Day tours are available Tuesday to Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m., and tickets are $10 per person and $5 for seniors (you just have to be 12 years or older to enter). Reservations aren't necessary, but masks or face coverings are mandatory right now, and groups are limited to six with a 15-minute time limit inside the house.

And for the most spine-tingling type of visit, you and a group of up to six guests can book an overnight tour for $428. After a tour of the house and grounds, keys are turned over to the guests and you have the house to yourself from 4 p.m. to 9:30 a.m. the next morning. Those staying overnight are advised to bring coats, sleeping bags, and pillows. Photographs, videos, and audio recording are highly encouraged!

You can book an overnight tour by visiting the Villisca Ax Murder House website , where you will also find more information regarding COVID-19 limitations and safety precautions. In the meantime, sneak a peek at some of the rooms inside the Villisca Ax Murder House ahead.

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Welcome to the location of America’s greatest unsolved murder mystery, which took place on August 4, 1892. The Lizzie Borden house means many things to many people, from a historic gem to the most haunted house in the United States. Today, the property remains open daily from 10am to midnight, operating as an inn with breakfast as well as a museum featuring a variety of tours and experiences throughout the day and evening including historic  House Tours ,  Ghost Tours , and  Ghost Hunts . Each experience is uniquely special and appeals to the  historian ,  true crime fanatic , and  ghost hunter  in all of us! The Lizzie Borden House regularly hosts special and uniquely fantastical events that are not to be missed including reenactments, photo ops, and haunted story times.

The Historic Lizzie Borden House isn’t just your average museum! While we tell an accurate story based in the truth as we know it, we wholeheartedly embrace the macabre and provide a home for those seeking answers to the unexplained phenomena unique to this historically haunted location. Guests from nearly every country on the planet visit this historic landmark every year to partake in an experience unlike anything else.

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• Accommodations : 7 days / week. Six rooms, including two suites with two beds each. Each bedroom is maintained in the late Victorian style; however, all now feature brand new mattresses!
• Tours:  90-minute guided  House Tours  are offered daily from 10 am to 3:30 pm. Outdoor walking  Ghost Tours  nightly starting at 7:30 pm. Interactive and hands-on  Ghost Hunts  on the first floor and basement at 10pm.  Virtual ghost tours and house tours  are available on-demand 24/7 so you can enjoy the Lizzie Borden experience from anywhere in the world.

Whatever brings you to visit this hallowed home, the Lizzie Borden house is a place where you’ll have a memorable and fun experience. Axe us a question or visit us in person for an experience you’ll take with you to the grave!

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The Villisca Ax Murders of June 1912 remain an enduring and unsettling enigma in American criminal history. In this quaint small Iowa town on a pleasant summer’s night, eight unsuspecting victims - including six children - were bludgeoned to death as they slept following a church service. Despite a nationwide manhunt, multiple suspects and two trials, the murder remains unsolved.

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In the 1990s, the home was painstakingly restored by historians Martha and Gavin Linn at great expense and effort to appears exactly like the night of the crime, right down to the lack of electricity or running water. Due to their dedication, the Josiah B. Moore House is now on the National Registry of Historic Places.

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In the last 20+ years, visitors reported all manner of unexplainable phenomena. What lurks in this otherwise picturesque farmhouse? Spirits of the victims? The dark presence of the murderer himself? Or could it be just the residue of the horrific crime that played out within its walls?

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Alfred Rosenheim Mansion

1120 Westchester Place, Los Angeles , California 90019 USA

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“The "Murder House" from "American Horror Story"”

Alfred Rosenheim was a German-American architect who built the mansion that's used in American Horror Story, and is now known as the "Murder House." It was also used in American Horror Story: Hotel, when Lady Gaga's Countess character used it to book an appointment with the deranged doctor who  was practicing out of the basement. Back to reality...Rosenheim built the house in 1902 and lived in it with his family shortly thereafter. The Alfred Rosenheim Mansion was situated near an area called "Billionaire Row", close to California's wealthiest families. Rosenheim himself was notable not just for architectural design, but he also designed nine roller-coasters. The house is now available as a vacation rental through airbnb.com. For just $1,450 a night, you and 16 of your friends can rent out the entire house for a night that you won't ever forget. It actually comes out to just $90 a person! However, the haunted house that inspired the first season of American Horror Story was based on the Bailey House in Hartford, Connecticut. The house boasts numerous design gems, such as a Tiffany stained glass panels, and a bowed and turreted stair hall. The Rosenheims lived in the house for eleven years and sold it to California's wealthiest man, a "colorful mining magnate" named A.J. McQuatters (who was also "the first gay president of the Alvarado Mining and Milling Company"). Then, in the early 1930s actor Edward Everett Horton lived in the mansion. After him the Catholic Order of Nuns, the Sisters of Social Service used the house as a convent, and even added a chapel to the grounds. The chapel was used as the "Attic" in American Horror Story. The home was used in a series of films and television shows, such asSpiderman, Seabiscuit, The X-Files, The Twilight Zone, Six Feet Under, Bones, Dexter, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer (it was the frat house in the episode "Fear, Itself", where Buffy and the gang got locked in on Halloween). In 1994 an earthquake damaged the house and the nuns put it on the market for a cool $3 million. The house was declared an Historic and Cultural Landmark in 1999.  Today, people drive by the home, which was made iconic in American Horror Story. It's a great place for a photo-op for die-hard fans of the show.  -Roadtrippers House Where Filming For Season 1 Of American Horror Story Took Place. "Murder House" For over 100 years, this property has been a very popular Filming Location, having been the set for countless Major Motion Pictures, Television Commercials, and Still Photography shoots, with the biggest names in Hollywood, and around the Globe, utiliziling this property for their projects, many of whom have been back several times throughout this Century.The list of Feature Films shot at this pristine property is endless, and the list is very long, beginning long ago, when Charley Chaplin was busy making movies.For Television, the property has been most recently used for the Pilot, and the entire Season 1 of American Horror Story, which almost overnight, became the biggest television series 20th. Century Fox Studios EVER released, starring an amazing cast of characters, and just weeks later, becoming the most popular TV Series on Earth, even surpassing True Blood ! The property has had dozens of TV Series episodes filmed here, including, CSI Miami, Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Dexter, Dragnet, Hill Street Blues, Six Feet Under, Crime Story, The Twilight Zone, The X-Files, Wiseguy, Law & Order, Ghost Whisperer, NCIS, The Closer, Nurse Jackie, CSI New York, Miami Vice, The Unit, 90210, Cold Case, Angel, The Mentalist, 24, Police Story, CHIPS, Criminal Minds, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, SWAT, ADAM 12, Monk, Las Vegas, Grey's Anatomy, Bones, Californication, an many, many, many more.  Photgraphers who shoot here are the World's finest, with people such as Herb Ritts, Annie Leibovitz, Walker Evans, Bruce Weber, Michael Marks, Helmut Newton, Guy Bourdin, Henry Cartier-Bresson, Diane Arbus, David LaChapelle, Peter Lindbergh, Mario Testino, Terry Richardson, and many, many more.In addition to Film and Photography, the property has been the location for numerous Music Videos, Concerts, and Private Events.The Recording Studio has room for 250+ guest's, and has had hundreds of World reknown musicians record amazing sounds inside the walls of this Ultra-Private Studio.

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The house is actually a super popular filming location, beginning way back with Charlie Chaplin’s silent movies and then the inevitable talkies. Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Dexter, Six Feet Under, The Twilight Zone, The X-Files, Angel, and loads more TV shows filmed episodes at this iconic location. It’s also a photographer’s paradise, used by Helmut Newton, Herb Ritts, Annie Leibovitz, Diane Arbus, David LaChapelle, Mario Testino and Terry Richardson, among many others.

Reviewed by tara.burke.319

I just went by the other week. Still gorgeous but so sad to see it falling into disrepair. Would love to see some owners that want to repair n upkeep it move in.

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It was so cool getting to see the "Murder House" from AHS Season 1 in person! Definately go here if you are an American Horror Story fan!

The Rosenheim Mansion was the location of the “Murder House” from American Horror Story, and it’s currently for sale!

Reviewed by jessica.denison.3

I loved to see it just because I watch AHS season 1, but a little upsetting because someone lives there now and not able to explore it.

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How much does it cost to Just to take a look around the house?

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Gettysburg ghost tours, pennsylvania, quick details.

• Ages:  All Ages
• Duration: 1.5 Hours
• Featuring: Three Local Cemeteries, The Murder House, & The Grove
• Meeting Point:  Gettysburg Ghost Tour storefront at 47 Steinwehr Avenue
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Visit haunted cemeteries in the dark & hear spine-chilling stories on the Haunted Cemetery Tour

Join our engaging guides on the Haunted Cemetery Tour where they regale you with the backstories of three of Gettysburg’s oldest and most haunted cemeteries. Also featured on this ninety minute walking tour are the Murder House and the Haunted Grove.

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As of right now there haven't been any upcoming MurderHouse concerts or tours revealed for the United States. Sign up for our Concert Tracker to get notified when MurderHouse concerts have been revealed to the schedule. For recent announcements for MurderHouse concerts, visit our Tour announcements page . In the meantime, take a look at other Hard Rock / Metal performances coming up by Obituary , Diver Down , and Kiss .

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‘American Horror Story’ Murder House is virtually opening its doors for Halloween

If you’re looking for a wild, spooky, and COVID-safe way to celebrate Halloween, look no more. The infamous Murder House from the first season of the horror anthology television series “ American Horror Story ” is opening its doors for the first time, and you’re invited.

The homeowners of the notorious Los Angeles landmark, Dr. Ernst von Schwarz and his wife Angela Oakenfold, have announced a three-day, 24-hour paranormal live stream event will begin at dusk on Oct. 29, 2020, and end at sunset on Nov. 1, 2020. Fifteen cameras will be set up throughout the 10,000-square foot home that will stream live throughout the Halloween weekend.

In addition to the Murder House livestream, viewers will also be able to see live events every evening from 7 p.m. as investigators, speakers, and experts seek out the paranormal and attempt to make contact with the house’s 100-year-old ghostly residents.

The Murder House live stream programming will include:

• The first-ever paranormal investigation by Exorcist Bishop James Long, who has appeared on “Ghost Adventures,” “The Possessed,” “Gates Of Hell,” “Exorcism Live!,” and “Portals To Hell.”
• The house’s first-ever séance led by famous psychic and white witch Patti Negri from “Ghost Adventures.”
• Michelle Belanger, a vampire expert and acclaimed author who has been seen on “Paranormal State,” “Portals To Hell,” and “The Real Vampire Files,” will delve into the haunting world of the occult.
• Prolific historian and Halloween expert Lisa Morton will lead an exploration of the history and traditions of Halloween.
• Tarot expert Sasha Graham will explain the world of tarot (one lucky ticket holder will get a virtual reading live on air)
• Energy healer Satish Dholakia will advise on how to protect yourself from negative energies and unwanted evil entities.
• Psychiatrist Dr. Waguih Ishak will discuss the addictive nature of horror and the pathology of fear.
• Homeowner, cardiologist, and professor Dr. Ernst von Schwarz will delve into the history of medieval torture techniques.

While the livestream is open to all via the ticketed event, the Murder House will literally open its doors to six fortunate (or unfortunate) ticket holders. On each of the three nights of the event, two Murder House fans who buy tickets in the first week will find themselves in the house’s terrifying basement, all while being live-streamed to the world (and while a doctor monitors their vital signs and psychological condition).

Plus, a few lucky fans who tag the Murder House on social media will be chosen to be guests during the house’s first-ever seance or join a small group of ghost hunters during the first-ever paranormal investigation.

Tickets for the pay-per-view event are $25, which includes three days of 24-hour virtual access to the house and all events. Click here to purchase tickets.

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DTLA Murder Mystery Ghost Walking Tour

Tickets 🎫 Entry for 1 guest to the DTLA Murder Mystery Ghost Walking Tour, accompanied by a tour guide Tickets 😲 Discover some of the most shocking locations in LA 🚶 Accompanied by an experienced tour guide 😊 Chance to meet new people on the tour General Info 📅 Date: every Saturday (select during purchase) 🕒 Time: 6pm - 9pm 📍 Meeting Point: corner of Pershing Square, Hill / 5th, Los Angeles, CA 90013 👤 Age requirement: this is a walking tour and moves at a reasonable pace. It's not recommended for children under 12 y.o. ♿ Accessibility: not wheelchair accessible. ❓ Please note: aim to get there 10-15 minutes early, if you’re late you may miss the tour. You will normally stop at two bars for cocktails (at your own expense). Entry to LA Times Editorial Library, Vibiana and Hall of Justice is not included. ❓ For this event, all sales are final and tickets can’t be refunded, changed or modified. For more information, please refer to our T&Cs

Description On this DTLA Murder Mystery Ghost walking tour, you will go on an investigation of the noir underbelly of Los Angeles. Firstly, you'll visit the Biltmore Hotel, the last place the Black Dahlia was seen alive. Next, you'll, stop at Clifton’s and learn about the anti-corruption drive of its Christian founder (who had a few secrets of his own). After that, it's the Hotel Cecil, which has a hellish history of murders, suicides and killers (including the Night Stalker). From there, the group moves to the once-grand Alexandria Hotel, where Rudolph Valentino’s ghost still haunts his old penthouse, then the Barclay Hotel, home to two serial killers and the scene of some brutal murders. You'll also visit the site of the Chinatown Massacre of 1871, before the tour finishes at the Halls of Justice, site of many trials including those of Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel and Charles Manson.

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• Yolanda H. Jul 2022 Wonderful experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and humorous. He obviously enjoyed sharing his extensive knowledge of the noir history of early Los Angeles.
• Monica M. Jun 2021 Sam was an awesome tour guide! It was a great night filled w/ all types of info and history. Thanks Sam!
• Kay P. Jul 2021 Super fun. Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny. Would totally recommend to my friends.
• Diana A. Aug 2021 It was great! A lot of great & interesting information. I'd recommend taking this tour.
• Vanessa N. Oct 2022 Chris was out tour guide and was amazing. Highly recommend.
• Pickyourpoison1224 .. Oct 2021 Awesome experience! Chris was a great host! Would definitely go again.
• Shawn A. May 2021 Chris was outstanding! Would take any tour with him any time- so knowledgeable and a great story teller.
• Brennan W. Jul 2022 Was a wonderful tour. The tour guide was amazing and fun and very fun and knowledgeable.
• Kelly N. Jul 2022 Our tour guide Chris made the evening fun and memorable. He has a vast knowledge of Los Angeles’ colorful history. It is evident he cares about the community and is making an impact one tour at a time!
• Brittney D. Jun 2022 Chris was such an excellent tour guide! This was a fun experience even with kids. So cool to hear about the crime history in LA
• Liza H. Nov 2021 This was a fun and well paced tour of the mysteries of DTLA. We had a great time.
• Alyssandra M. Oct 2021 Damien was a great tour guide. Full of info about the DTLA sites & funny, too!
• Gary S. Jul 2021 Really fun tour and our guide was fantastic! Informative, thorough, engaging…totally worth it! Highly recommended if you are into true crime and LA history.
• Maggie I. May 2021 Chris was a great tour guide. I enjoyed walking around downtown LA and seeing the buildings, the area and hearing about the the history. Definitely put down things on a list I would like to check out on another trip. I wish we could have been able to walk into the hotels, but it was still a good tour if you're into history and true crime.
• Maria T. Jul 2021 We had a great experience, our Tour Guide made our trip amazing!

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Moscow Metro Underground Small-Group Tour - With Reviews & Ratings

Moscow metro underground small-group tour.

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• Duration: 3 Hrs
• Language: English
• Departure Time : 10:00 AM
• Departure Details : Karl Marks Monument on Revolution Square, metro stop: Square of Revolution
• Return Details : Metro Smolenskaya
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Go beneath the streets on this tour of the spectacular, mind-bending Moscow Metro! Be awed by architecture and spot the Propaganda , then hear soviet stories from a local in the know. Finish it all up above ground, looking up to Stalins skyscrapers, and get the inside scoop on whats gone on behind those walls.

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We begin our Moscow tour beneath the city, exploring the underground palace of the Moscow Metro. From the Square of Revolution station, famous for its huge statues of soviet people (an armed soldier, a farmer with a rooster, a warrior, and more), we’ll move onto some of the most significant stations, where impressive mosaics, columns, and chandeliers will boggle your eyes! Moreover, these stations reveal a big part of soviet reality — the walls depict plenty of Propaganda , with party leaders looking down from images on the walls. Your local guide will share personal stories of his/her family from USSR times, giving you insight into Russia’s complicated past and present. Then we’re coming back up to street level, where we’ll take a break and refuel with some Russian fast food: traditional pancakes, called bliny. And then, stomachs satiated, we are ready to move forward! We’ll take the eco-friendly electric trolleybus, with a route along the Moscow Garden Ring. Used mainly by Russian babushkas(grannies) during the day, the trolleybus hits peak hours in the mornings and evenings, when many locals use it going to and from their days. Our first stop will be the Aviator’s House, one of Stalin’s Seven Sisters, followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — and you’ll hear the legends of what has gone on inside the walls. Throughout your Moscow tour, you’ll learn curious facts from soviet history while seeing how Russia exists now, 25 years after the USSR.

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Dress standard: Please wear comfortable shoes for walking. For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people

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This tour exceeded our expectations. Nikolai (Nick), our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, thorough, and has a great personality. He didn't take shortcuts and really covered everything that was on the agenda in great detail. We saw beautiful metro stations and learned the history behind them, including many of the murals and designs.

We did the tour with Anna her knowledge and understanding of the History surrounding the metro brought the tour alive. Well done Anna!

This tour was amazing!

Anna was a great tour guide. She gave us heaps of interesting information, was very friendly, and very kindly showed us how to get to our next tour.

Amazing beauty and history.

An excellent tour helped by an absolutely amazing guide. Anna gave a great insight into the history of the metro helped by additional material she had prepared.

great tour and guide - thanks again

great will do it again, Miriam ke was very good as a guide she has lived here all here life so knew every interesting detail.a good day

• The Murders
• Crime Scene
• Investigation
• The Inquest
• The Restoration
• The Folklore
• The Renovation
• Stay Overnight
• Cemetery Tour
• Tips for Overnights
• Getting To Villisca
• Places to Eat & Stay

How do I book a room?

• Visit our website https://usghostadventures.com/villisca-axe-murder-house/
• From the home page select, Stay Overnight
• Fill out the necessary details. You may also add options to your liking then click continue at the bottom right of the page
• You will be routed to the Checkout Page. Here you have to validate if all the information is correct. Then fill out the card details field, tick the Terms and Conditions box and click PAY to confirm booking
• Once booking is successful a confirmation will be sent to your email

For all other questions and clarifications not found on the website or in the confirmation email please call us, the number is at the top rightmost part of our website or chat by clicking Let’s Chat at the bottom right part of the page.

How many beds in a room?

There are no beds in the house for guests to sleep on. We rent cots, and guests are welcome to bring their own cots/sleeping bags/air mattress and sheets.

How many people are allowed in each room?

Rooms are offered nightly for up to 5 people. Each additional person can be added up until 5, for a total of 10 people in the house

Is there a bathroom in the room if so with a shower?

Guests can use the restroom in the gift shop

Is there WiFi available?

The house currently doesn’t have WIFI but will be added / installed

Is there a TV inside the room?

No, there are no tvs anywhere on site, we try and keep things mostly time period.

Can I bring my own food?

Yes. We have a mini fridge and plenty of space in the barn and yard with seating areas to eat.

Can we eat inside the rooms?

We prefer eating to be done in the barn to avoid crumbs and mice in the house

Are tours included?

We offer House tours for $20 per person and last 45 minutes. This is a self guided tour using our Junket app

We are offering several add-ons for overnight stays:

• 2.5 -hr Private Night Tour and Paranormal Investigation ($300 for up to ten in the house) Includes a guided tour of the house, a guided ghost hunt and Ghost Hunt Equipment provided for the time period. From 8pm to Midnight
• History and Hauntings Tour ($150) 1-hour history and hauntings tour of the house with Q&A, begins at 5:30 at check-in

How many rooms are there?

There is the kitchen, parlor room, Ina and Lena’s Room, and kids room upstairs

Can I rent just one room?

Rooms are offered nightly at $500 for up to 5 people. Each additional person can be added at $100 up until 5, for a total of 10 people in the house at $1,000 maximum.

How do I rent an entire floor/house (cloud beds)

House reservations are on Xola at the moment, but will use cloudbeds and Operto when setup is completed.

Will I have access to the attic?

Where do I check in?

We use electronic locks on both the main house and the barn to support self check-in/out

What time is check in?

Check-in is 5:30pm and check out is 10am

Is there luggage assistance?

No there’s none

Can I bring my own alcohol?

No outside alcohol is allowed on the premises.

Is the house handicap accessible?

There are no ramps or elevator access in this old house but the main floor is accessible.

Do you allow pets, emotional support animals, or service animals?

Yes as long as you clean up any mess and keep the house tidy before check out

Does each room have its own private bathroom?

No, The main house does not have electricity or plumbing. It does have some heating and cooling with a split unit. Guests use the restroom in the gift shop

What do I do if I need assistance?

If you need assistance with tours, please refer to your confirmation email, or contact us by email. If you need assistance with your room or reservations, please email us. If there is an emergency, please text one of the contact numbers provided. Please refer to our FAQs, house rules, and resources.

Who do I call in case of an emergency?

There are emergency contact numbers available for nearby staff in case of emergency. In case of emergency, call 911

What time is check-in / check-out?

What if I want to stay another night?

Booking is based on house availability please visit the website to book the room for another night. If you think you would like to stay for more than one night, it’s best to book in advance.

When is Breakfast? How does it work?

We do not offer breakfast at this time

Tours and Activities

Do I have to book to go on the tour/check in?

Currently we don’t accept walk in we highly recommend online reservation

Do you limit the group size?

Yes. We try to provide the best experience every time thus limiting guests for overnight stay to 10 pax max

Can I just turn up and pay cash before the tour?

We do not accept cash payments. We want our guides to come in ready and focused to run their tours so this is discouraged. You can however book online anytime before the tour starts, you can reach us via call or chat at (844)757-5657

Can I cancel my tickets and get a refund?

We hate for you to miss the adventure and cancel the tour. Our tours are held rain or shine plus we offer tours in 70 other cities. If the time is unfavorable we can discuss rescheduling it to another date or city.

However should canceling the tour be the only option, please be guided on our policy as indicated in the terms and conditions:

• Cancellation made 6 days prior to departure are Non-refundable
• Cancellation within 7-21 days prior is 50% refundable
• 22 days or more prior to departure may be 90% refundable

Can I take my dog or pet on an overnight stay or house tour?

The house is small we think it is best to keep the guests to a minimum and not allow pets

Will my tour run in the rain/snow/sleet?

Yes. Our tours are held rain or shine

Will I be scared on the ghost tour?

Book, join the tour and tell us your experience after 🙂

Will the guide be in costume or uniform?

Spot our guides – they wear US Ghost Adventure shirt and bringing a lantern with them

Are the tours suitable for people with disabilities?

Everyone is welcome to stay overnight or join the tour. Just to set expectations, the house is small, it doesn’t have a ramp, electricity or plumbing, it does have heating and cooling with a split unit and guests use the restroom in the gift shop. If you’re all good with these then you are always welcome.

Are children welcome to join the tour?

Our goal is for our guests to enjoy the tour so we encourage parents to accompany their children so as not to cause any distractions or delay

Can I take photos?

Take as many photos as you can but please be considerate of the other guests

What happens if I am late for the tour?

We advise all of our guests to be at the meeting place at least 15 minutes before the start time. For unavoidable circumstances please message us ahead so we can inform the guide and arrangements can be made

What are the payment arrangements for private tours?

For all private and group tour inquiries please email the following to [email protected] Name Email Phone Number Tour Date: Start Time: Total Guests Count:

Can I stay the night here?

Definitely! We offer overnight stay for only $500 for a group of 5. Each additional person can be added at $100 up until 5, for a total of 10 people in the house at $1,000 maximum

Please visit our website for more details: https://usghostadventures.com/villisca-axe-murder-house/

Is this the original house and is this Really where they were killed?

Yes it is the original house where the entire family and the two guests were killed. The house have undergone couple of renovations through the years in an effort to bring it to its original condition

The house was bought in 2023, what changes have you made?

• The house currently doesn’t have internet but we’re adding it
• We will be hiring additional staff to operate the house
• The gift shop will be remodeled and modified
• There is a plan to renovate the top floor of the barn into a bedroom for additional guests to have a comfortable stay which will also have access to investigate and tour the main house.

Is the house really haunted?

We cannot guarantee our guests’ paranormal experience but there are people claiming to have experienced all manner of strange things in all areas of the house. From apparitions, lots of noises, footsteps and doors opening and closing. Then again, some people experience absolutely nothing.

How Far in advance do I need to book a room?

The house is a first come first serve basis, we recommend booking as early as possible to get the space you want

Is the mystery of who really killed the family solved?

Although there were many theories and suspects, there were no convictions

How do I book a tour?

• Visit the website https://usghostadventures.com/villisca-axe-murder-house/
• From the landing page, select Book a Tour

What kind of tours do you have?

The Villisca Axe Murder House Tour. A guided tour which will take you through the house as you learn about the history, mystery and tragedy of the events that took place in June of 1912. And of course, we’ll talk about some of the hauntings that occur in the house as a result.

Can I watch a tour online?

Not as of this time

Can I walk around the house unsupervised?

Our house tour is self guided so yes you can enjoy your unsupervised tour around the house

Do I have access to the entire house for the ghost hunt?

Yes if you book the house exclusively

Can I take videos? Record audio?

Yes you can. Share those creepy videos to us.

What is an EMF detector?

When paranormal activity takes place, theories suggest that electromagnetic anomalies often take place in the environment. The meter allows you to detect these disturbances. Three LED lights, which are easy to see in the dark, indicate field strength: Green: 0 – 2.5 mG (“little or no activity”) Safe Yellow: 2.5 – 7 mG (“moderate activity”) Caution Red: 8 or more mG (“high activity”) Danger

Can I rent an EVP recorder?

We don’t have available now

Gift Shop and Merchandise

Do you have gift cards?

• Yes we do offer Gift Tours, Gift Shop or Gift a Room. Please visit our website: https://usghostadventures.com/
• Under More select Gifts
• The next page will let you select which gift you prefer. Click the gift you want then complete necessary fields to confirm purchase
• If there’s anything else that you can’t find online you may call or message us

Other Things To Do

What other activities are there?

• 2.5 hour Private Tour and Paranormal Investigation. This already includes a guided tour of the house, a guided ghost hunt and ghost hunt equipment provided for the time period
• History and Hauntings Tour. A 1 hour history and hauntings tour of the house with Q&A. We’ll talk about murders, the suspects, history of the house, and the hauntings that have been reported to give the house its reputation as one of the most haunted houses in the country.

Are there Ouija boards available for use?

Do you have spirit boxes?

We will have one ASAP

Our Address

508 E 2nd St, Villisca, IA 50864

Contact us directly using the form below.

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The Moscow Metro Tour is included in most guided tours’ itineraries. Opened in 1935, under Stalin’s regime, the metro was not only meant to solve transport problems, but also was hailed as “a people’s palace”. Every station you will see during your Moscow metro tour looks like a palace room. There are bright paintings, mosaics, stained glass, bronze statues… Our Moscow metro tour includes the most impressive stations best architects and designers worked at - Ploshchad Revolutsii, Mayakovskaya, Komsomolskaya, Kievskaya, Novoslobodskaya and some others.

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The guide will not only help you navigate the metro, but will also provide you with fascinating background tales for the images you see and a history of each station.

And there some stories to be told during the Moscow metro tour! The deepest station - Park Pobedy - is 84 metres under the ground with the world longest escalator of 140 meters. Parts of the so-called Metro-2, a secret strategic system of underground tunnels, was used for its construction.

During the Second World War the metro itself became a strategic asset: it was turned into the city's biggest bomb-shelter and one of the stations even became a library. 217 children were born here in 1941-1942! The metro is the most effective means of transport in the capital.

There are almost 200 stations 196 at the moment and trains run every 90 seconds! The guide of your Moscow metro tour can explain to you how to buy tickets and find your way if you plan to get around by yourself.

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Crowded House Announce 2024 North American Tour

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Crowded House have confirmed a 2024 North American tour in support of their upcoming album, Gravity Stars .

The late summer jaunt kicks off in St. Augustine, FL on August 29th, with additional shows scheduled Atlanta, New York, Niagara Falls, Chicago, Omaha, Vail, and beyond.

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A Live Nation ticket pre-sale is set for Tuesday, April 16th (use code RIFF ), ahead of a public ticket on-sale on Friday, April 19th via Ticketmaster .

Once tickets are on sale, fans can look for deals or get tickets to sold-out shows via StubHub , where orders are 100% guaranteed through StubHub’s FanProtect program. StubHub is a secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

Gravity Stairs is set for release on May 31st via BMG. After initially previewing the album with lead single “Oh Hi,”  the band has now unveiled “Teenage Summer,” which you can stream below.

Frontman Neil Finn also recently appeared on Kyle Meredith With.. . and previewed Gravity Stars . Listen to the full episode here .

Crowded House 2024 Tour Dates: 08/29 – St. Augustine, FL @ The Saint Augustine Amphitheatre 08/30 – Atlanta, GA @ Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park 08/31 – Cary, NC @ Koka Booth Amphitheatre 09/03 – Vienna, VA @ Wolf Trap 09/04 – New York, NY @ The Rooftop at Pier 17 09/08 – Niagara Falls, ON @ Fallsview Casino 09/10 – Huber Heights, OH @ Rose Music Center at the Heights 09/11 – Highland Park, IL @ Ravinia Festival 09/13 – Omaha, NE @ The Astro 09/14 – Waite Park, MN @ The Ledge Amphitheater 09/17 – Vail, CO @ Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater 09/21 – Woodinville, WA @ Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery 09/22 – Bend, OR @ Hayden Homes Amphitheater 09/25 – Saratoga, CA @ The Mountain Winery 09/28 – Paso Robles, CA @ Vina Robles Amphitheatre

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Syracuse Stage unveils 2024-25 season: Murder, a princess, and... LeBron James?

T he Syracuse Stage has announced its lineup for the 2024-2025 season, featuring murder, a classic Broadway musical, a tale set in Upstate New York, and a drama inspired by NBA legend LeBron James.

The fun kicks off this fall with “ Dial M for Murder ,” directed by Syracuse Stage artistic director Robert Hupp and adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher. Originally written by Frederick Knott and made famous by Alfred Hitchock’s 1954 film, the suspenseful story centers on a former athlete who arranges the murder of their adulterous wife.

“This memorable movie thriller adapts beautifully to the stage,” said Hupp. “Audiences have really enjoyed our forays into this genre of storytelling, and I’m thrilled to get the new season underway with a taut, edge-of-your-seat whodunit.”

“Dial M for Murder” runs from Oct. 16-Nov. 3, followed by “ Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella ” (Nov. 22-Jan. 5), a musical about a princess with glass slippers under returning director Melissa Rain Anderson (”A Christmas Carol,” “Disney’s The Little Mermaid”). The fairytale performance will run through the holidays and feature additional songs from the 1997 TV movie that starred Brandy and Whitney Houston, according to a press release.

“ Primary Trust ,” set in the fictional town of Cranberry, New York (”just 40 miles east of Rochester”), will run from Jan. 22-Feb. 9, 2025, under associate artistic director Melissa Crespo (”Once,” “What the Constitution Means to Me”). The “delicate drama” follows one man’s journey to put his past (and his love of two-for-one Mai Tais) behind him.

The rest of the schedule includes “ King James ” (Feb. 26-March 16, 2025), a story of male friendship told through two die-hard Cleveland Cavaliers fans living in the shadow of superstar LeBron James’ career; Jane Austen’s “ Sense and Sensibility ” (April 23–May 11, 2025) and the baseball drama “ The National Pastime ” (June 11–29, 2025).

Syracuse Stage will also present the Julie Lutz Cold Read Festival of New American Plays; a one-man show about a not-yet-famous James Baldwin (“Citizen James, or the Young Man Without a Country,” from resident playwright Kyle Bass); Children’s Tour performances in elementary schools (”Pandora’s Suitcase”); Theatre for the Very Young’s “House for Mouse” (for children five and under); and the return of Sensory Friendly/Relaxed performances for all six subscription shows.

The theater’s 51st season, including the Cold Read Festival and a full schedule of educational, family and community related programming, will run from Aug. 2, 2024, to June 29, 2025. Subscription packages are on sale now at syracusestage.org or at the Syracuse Stage Box Office, 315-443-3275.

“We strive to create singular theatrical experiences that delight and entertain Central New York audiences,” Hupp said. “Our 51st season illustrates the breadth and scope of all that theatre aspires to be: From world premieres and musical classics to the familiar and the adventurous, we create our productions right here at our home on Genesee and Irving.”

Syracuse Stage 2024-2025 Show Details

“Dial M for Murder”

Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher

From the original by Frederick Knott

Directed by Robert Hupp

Oct. 16 – Nov. 3, 2024

A new take on the twisty Hitchcock thriller: Margot and Tony live a seemingly charmed, married life in 1950′s London. But not all is as it appears: Margot, desperate to return to idyllic domesticity, has ended a lengthy affair with a dashing American lover, even as she’s being blackmailed by a mysterious stranger who threatens to expose her indiscretion. But Tony already knows, and he’s planned his own plot of deadly deceit. Adapted from the Frederick Knott original made famous by Alfred Hitchcock’s film, Jeffrey Hatcher’s stylish adaptation keeps the twists coming until the very end.

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Music by Richard Rodgers

Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II

Adapted for the stage by Tom Briggs from the Teleplay by Robert L. Freedman

Directed by Melissa Rain Anderson

Music Direction by Brian Cimmet

Choreographed by Jessica Chen

Co-Produced with the Syracuse University Department of Drama

Nov. 22, 2024 – Jan. 5, 2025

The classic musical brings “impossible” dreams to life: The wondrous musical from Rodgers and Hammerstein proves that dreams do come true – if only we dare to wish – with the beloved songs “In My Own Little Corner,” “The Prince is Giving a Ball,” and “Impossible/It’s Possible.” Based on the 1957 television film starring Julie Andrews, this enchanted production of the enduring fairytale updates the classic story for modern audiences while retaining the original charm and magic and features additional music from the celebrated 1997 version starring Brandy and Whitney Houston.

“Primary Trust”

By Eboni Booth

Directed by Melissa Crespo

Jan. 22 – Feb. 9, 2025

Old friends embrace new beginnings in Upstate NY-set drama: In Cranberry, New York, 40 miles east of Rochester, 38-year-old Kenneth finds comfort in routine. He’s worked at the same bookstore for 20 years and has a standing date with his best friend Bert for happy hour Mai Tais. When the bookstore suddenly closes, Kenneth’s small-town existence is upended, forcing him to confront deeply buried traumas. A story of friendship, grief, and the heroism of everyday life, Eboni Booth’s “Primary Trust” reminds us that we can’t fully embrace our future until we let go of our past.

“King James”

By Rajiv Joseph

Directed by Jamil Jude

Co-Produced with Indiana Repertory Theatre

Feb. 26 – March 16, 2025

Basketball makes and breaks the friendship of two die-hard fans: Cleveland, 2003. Basketball wunderkind LeBron James has just been signed to the Cavaliers, and two die-hard fans strike up an unlikely friendship–with high hopes for their new superstar player. As LeBron’s career takes him to the height of fame, pulls him away from Cleveland, and brings him triumphantly back to the city, Matt and Shawn’s lives play out off-court with all the drama of a championship season: full of slam dunks, huge upsets, and the unshakable bond of those who share a love of the game.

“Sense and Sensibility”

By Kate Hamill

Based on the novel by Jane Austen

Directed by Jason O’Connell

Apr. 25 – May 11, 2025

Love triumphs over tradition in this playful adaptation: The world of the Dashwood sisters, Jane Austen’s destitute but determined heroines, comes playfully to life in Kate Hamill’s warm and inventive adaptation. Romance, heartbreak, twists of fate and never-ending gossip follow Elinor and Marianne, the eldest Dashwood daughters, as they navigate 18th century English society in search of stability after the death of their father. Filled with memorable characters, delicious wit, and timeless comedy, this whirlwind “Sense and Sensibility” is a joyous celebration of one of literature’s most treasured stories.

“The National Pastime”

Written by Rogelio Martinez

Directed by Johanna McKeon

A Julie Lutz Cold Read World Premiere

Jun. 11 – 29, 2025

Baseball and espionage collide in this world premiere psychological drama: Cuba, 2016. A mysterious illness rips through the American embassy in Havana. America, 2017. The Houston Astros are stealing signs, praying for a miracle on the field, and go on to win the World Series. With tensions heightened from the lead-up and aftermath of an election year, the two nations play a dangerous game in the shadows, with their shared national pastimes – baseball and espionage – as their weapons of choice.

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“Citizen James, or the Young Man Without a Country”

By Kyle Bass

Directed by Joann Yarrow

ONE NIGHT ONLY

Aug 2, 2024

Young James is an unknown aspiring “Negro” writer whose first novel has yet to be published. He awaits his flight, having just left his family with the news of his decision to flee America for refuge in Paris. He speaks no French. He has a one-way ticket and $40 in his pocket. Witness James Baldwin as he decides he must do something to save himself from the violent reality of racist America in 1948, a decision that sets him on the path to becoming a brilliant, powerful, and prophetic voice of the Civil Rights era and beyond. More than a one-man show, “Citizen James” is a bridge that connects the past to our now.

Julie Lutz Cold Read Festival of New American Plays

Curated by Melissa Crespo

Featured Playwright in Residence Christine Quintana

Concurrent with “The National Pastime”

In association with the world premiere of “The National Pastime” – which was developed through Cold Read ‘22 – the Julie Lutz Cold Read Festival of New American Plays will feature readings and events that celebrate the playwriting process at Syracuse Stage. Christine Quintana, writer of “Espejos: Clean” from the 2022/2023 season, will return to Syracuse Stage as the Cold Read Festival Playwright in Residence. Events to be announced.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING

“Pandora’s Suitcase”

By Sarah Bierstock

Directed by Christine Albright-Tufts

In association with the Syracuse University Department of Drama

Touring Sep. 24 – Dec. 5, 2024

Pandora is Seriously Curious and Seriously Worried about a lot of things. She loves Environmental Science and asks a lot of questions in her pursuit of learning all she can. When the kids at school call her Teacher’s Pet one too many times, she decides to try out life at Dad’s house, and enrolls at Smarty Pants Academy. Before she leaves she just has this one, Exceptionally Important Scientific Experiment she must complete. It involves a large suitcase she lugs around with her. What could be inside and why does she need to drag it to the river? Pandora’s delightful story explores how both kids and adults can handle anxiety by learning how to ask others for help while encouraging them to be confident in themselves.

“ House for Mouse ”

Devised and directed by Kate Laissle

Local Touring Production

Spring 2025

Our mice have a problem. They don’t quite know what a house looks like but they sure know they’d like to build one. Can our audience friends help them figure out how to make a great house for everyone? Featuring boxes, parachutes, building things, things falling over, and the opportunity for our youngest audience members to help make our mouse’s goals a success. Specifically created for audiences ages 18-months to 5-years-old.

For more information, visit syracusestage.org/2425season .

©2024 Advance Local Media LLC. Visit syracuse.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

Taylor Swift fans can still snap up Eras Tour resale tickets from Ticketmaster, Viagogo, VividSeats and more

Taylor Swift fans still have a chance to buy tickets to the star's various stadium shows in the UK this year from various resale sites.

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The countdown is well and truly underway for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, which arrives in the UK in June. The tour will call in London, Edinburgh, Liverpool and Cardiff.

When tickets went on sale last year, demand was through the roof with pre-sale and general tickets selling out within 15 minutes. Despite going on to add more stadium dates to her list of shows, those thousands of tickets were snapped up extremely quickly as well.

However, this doesn't mean all hope is lost - in fact, there are a couple of ways Swifties can still get their hands on Eras Tour tickets. There are multiple sites where you can snap up resale tickets - and there's even a way to book tickets with a 'clear view' of the stage. Here's what you need to know.

Where to buy Taylor Swift resale tickets

A number of online retailers are offering fans to chance to snap up resale tickets, but it is important to remember that prices are set by the sellers - which means some fans could be paying much more than expected.

Some sites, including Viagogo and Vivid Seats, are not "official" retailers. However, these sits do have strict terms and conditions in place to protect buyers and sellers. These websites specialise in selling tickets that fans no longer want.

Here are the sites you'll need to know:

• Viagogo - buy Taylor Swift resale tickets here
• VividSeats - buy Taylor Swift resale tickets here
• SeatGeek - buy Taylor Swift resale tickets here

There are also resale tickets available directly from Ticketmaster . You can find tickets here.

With people often concerned about using resale tickets, a Viagogo spokesperson told the Express: "The European leg of Taylor Swift’s Eras tour has been long anticipated. We’ve not seen anything like this since The Beatles and with tickets having only just gone on sale, demand is at its peak right now.

"Viagogo is a regulated marketplace where fans have the freedom to buy and sell tickets to their favourite live events, safely and securely, backed by a guarantee. Sellers on our marketplace may list tickets at high values when demand is high, but prices can change and tend to reduce over time.

"We recommend Swifties wait for demand to settle and check regularly for a listing that meets their budget. Tickets for Taylor Swift’s UK dates have already sold for as low as 172 GBP on our platform. Also, tickets listed at eye-catchingly high prices rely, if ever, sell."

How to get Taylor Swift tickets for low prices with 'clear view' of stage

According to the Mirror, there's a simple way to get your hands on Taylor Swift tickets without breaking the bank - and with a good view too. If you're willing to travel a bit further, you can snag tickets to see Taylor perform in Nanterre, just outside Paris, from around £430(at the time of writing) through Viagogo .

The Karma singer is playing at Paris La Defense Arena in Nanterre from May 9-12, which means you'd get to see the show before fans attending the UK gigs. There are still tickets up for grabs in the general admission standing section, as well as seating with an unobstructed view of the stage.

Of course, there are travel costs and hotel stays to consider by opting to see the singer outside of the UK, so it's worth giving it some thought as the whether its the right idea for you.

Warning to fans over 'fraudulent' ticket sellers

Swifties have been urged to remain vigilant after a number of fans were conned by 'fraudulent' ticket sellers. Fans should carefully check the ticket details to ensure their authenticity - including checking for accurate event information, including the date, time, and venue.

The police also recommend paying close attention to the seating section or assigned seats. Although not official retailers, Vivid Seats and Viagogo have a range of terms and conditions as well as safety protocols in place to protect fans from being scammed.

When is Taylor Swift playing in the UK?

• Friday, 7 June 2024 - Edinburgh, Murrayfield Stadium
• Saturday, 8 June 2024 - Edinburgh, Murrayfield Stadium
• Sunday, 9 June 2024 - Edinburgh, Murrayfield Stadium
• Thursday, 13 June 2024 - Liverpool, Anfield Stadium
• Friday, 14 June 2024 - Liverpool, Anfield Stadium
• Saturday, 15 June 2024 - Liverpool, Anfield Stadium
• Tuesday, 18 June 2024 - Cardiff, Principality Stadium
• Friday, 21 June 2024 - London, Wembley Stadium
• Saturday, 22 June 2024 - London, Wembley Stadium
• Sunday, 23 June 2024 - London, Wembley Stadium
• Thursday, 15 August 2024 - London, Wembley Stadium
• Friday, 16 August 2024 - London, Wembley Stadium
• Saturday, 17 August 2024 - London, Wembley Stadium
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Hatsune Miku is playing Coachella, but she’s not human. Why brands are working with digital avatars

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On Friday morning, Hatsune Miku performs songs on her biggest stage yet — Coachella.

The turquoise-haired Japanese icon has been touring North America, singing to thousands of fans in large concert venues. She’s inked branding deals over the years with companies including Google . And on Friday, she’s expected to thrill her followers at one of the world’s biggest music festivals — on the same day as Lana Del Rey and the Deftones.

But Miku is not human. She’s a totally digital creation, like an online avatar or mascot.

Her music — mostly synthesizer-heavy dance pop — is created from software developed by the Sapporo, Japan-based technology company Crypton Future Media.

The technology lets people, including fans, type in lyrics and punch in a melody. The program generates a singing voice for the song. Crypton then licenses the songs from the fans for her to sing at concerts. Miku herself is an illustrated character, resembling a 16-year-old girl from an anime or manga. To “perform” onstage, Miku’s image is displayed on a giant screen as a video behind a live band.

Unlike the “hologram” performances of deceased celebrity artists (think Tupac and Roy Orbison) that took the music industry by storm a few years ago, virtual artists aren’t simply re-creations — they’re avatars performing original music.

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As it would be for a local indie rock artist, landing a spot at Coachella is a significant milestone for Miku. And her human creators. One of the people from Crypton who will be there at Miku’s performance at the festival’s Mojave tent is Riki Tsuji, a member of the company’s global business team.

“I’ve never been to Coachella, so I have no idea what kind of people are going there, what the crowds are gonna be like,” said Tsuji, who is traveling with Miku on tour. “But we’ll be putting together a show that hopefully they won’t forget.”

Hatsune Miku is part of an expanding group of digital, non-human performers that are attracting the attention of brands and music fans.

They’ve generated fans from younger generations of audiences that brands are eager to attract and understand — the kinds of kids who spend two to three hours a day on average on Fortnite and Roblox and are thus comfortable interacting with digital characters and online worlds.

One non-human digital influencer, named Miquela, boasts 2.6 million followers on Instagram and has done commercials for Calvin Klein and BMW . She’s represented by major Hollywood talent firm Creative Artists Agency, best known for working with A-listers including Brad Pitt and Viola Davis.

“There’s a new paradigm in terms of the digital world and the digital landscape,” said Phil Quist, a music and emerging technology agent at CAA . “When you think about what that looks like moving forward, those kids are going to be so used to being in those realms that a lot of their entertainment is going to come from that space as well.”

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How much money a nonhuman virtual artist can earn varies widely., Gigs, ranging from social media posts to live performances, can generate up to nearly seven figures, Quist said.

“It ranges, but it’s very commensurate in terms of the following and engagement,” Quist said. “I think it can be comparable to ‘traditional talent’ in terms of what those deals look like.”

In addition to her Coachella appearance, Miku is putting on a North American tour, which includes 21 concerts in 17 cities. Initially, Miku announced 17 performances , but the tour expanded because of demand, Tsuji said.

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Miku began as a singing voice synthesizer (a.k.a. a “vocaloid”) in 2007. Her voice has been used in more than 100,000 songs.

“She’s very much a vessel for people to kind of express themselves and come together as a community,” Tsuji said. “It’s not just an artist-listener relationship. Each listener could also be an artist in this community.”

But the growth of nonhuman influencers comes at a time when actual performers are worried about how digitization and automation through artificial intelligence could impact future work. The cost of creating a digital avatar could become cheaper as technology evolves. Human influencers could find themselves competing for the same brand deals as nonhuman ones.

The fandom surrounding digital artists can rival that of human musicians. During Austin’s South by Southwest festival in 2022, fans uploaded videos from a concert by digital music artist angelbaby, singing along to the songs.

Angelbaby, a computer-generated humanoid rapping rabbit, is owned by Hume, an L.A.-based metaverse tech and music company, which is now represented by CAA. Angelbaby’s single, “life is good,” which was released in November, hit more than 4 million streams on Spotify.

“At the end of the day, if the music wasn’t good for those artists, people would potentially point fingers and laugh,” Quist said. Looking at angelbaby, “you could tell that people were so engaged and enamored by the performance.”

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The idea behind angelbaby came from Hume co-founders David Beiner and Jay Stolar. Stolar is a songwriter and producer who has worked with performers including Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato.

Hume created a backstory for angelbaby, a seven-foot rabbit from the year 3045, who is coping with losing the love of his life. Angelbaby has appeared on recordings with Grammy-winning producer Gino the Ghost and human music artists including boy band Prettymuch. The rabbit’s fans lean male and are in their 20s into their early 30s, Beiner said.

“I think on the emotional level if you do it right, people like to feel like they’re part of a fantasy,” Beiner said. “People have always liked to escape.”

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Much of the work for virtual artists comes from partnerships with brands, who want to tap the performers’ younger, digitally savvy followers.

For example, Miquela — whose character is a socially conscious digital influencer from Downey — was featured in a commercial for BMW‘s iX2 electric vehicle. The bulk of Miquela’s fans are under 35.

“When you think about the BMW vehicle that came out that’s 100% electric,” said Ridhima Ahuja Kahn, vice president of business development and strategic initiatives at Dapper Labs, the company behind Miquela. “That was something that was really compelling to her because it tied in with a lot of her goals around sustainability.”

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But like human influencers, there can also be some controversy surrounding digital ones.

Miquela’s ad with Calvin Klein showed her kissing model Bella Hadid, which some people online criticized as queer-baiting. Calvin Klein later said, “We sincerely regret any offense we caused.” Dapper Labs said it stands by the direction of the ad, which was to support all different types of backgrounds, genders and preferences.

“With virtual influencers, even they have drama too, just like any real-life influencer,” Ahuja Kahn said.

Many people worry that digital talent could take away human jobs. Last summer, writers and actors went on strike in part for more protections against the use of artificial intelligence.

“Anyone in the entertainment industry at large is very cognizant that a human resource of being on camera or being filmed or even writing a script or even editing a movie is being absorbed by what AI and technology can do,” said Elsa Ramo, a managing partner at Ramo Law PC.

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But supporters of nonhuman talent say that the work can lead to more innovation, and, ultimately, jobs for the people who build the non-human influencers, although they acknowledge that AI will lead to more efficiency, which in turn will impact other jobs.

Ilian Gazut created Zlu, a blue alien model represented by management firm IMG Models who has done work for fashion designers like Karl Lagerfeld . Gazut said that Zlu’s movements are based on his movements.

“There is always a human behind it,” Gazut said. “So in my case, I didn’t have a job and thanks to him, I have a job.”

The world of digital, nonhuman influencers continue to evolve. Miquela, who made her first post in 2016, was originally conceived as being perpetually 19, but recently, the character made the jump to her 20s. And prospective schools are noticing.

“There are a few colleges who have reached out to us, so she’s looking at those and currently thinking about what the right fit for her would be and if college makes sense,” Ahuja Kahn said. “She’s been exploring what that path would look like for her.”

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