Gettysburg, PA
Matilda J. “Tillie” Pierce was born in 1848 in Gettysburg. She was 15 years old when the Battle of Gettysburg was fought in July of 1863 During the battle, Tillie provided water and food to the soldiers and assisted the surgeons and nurses caring for the wounded. On July 7, 1863, she wrote a book about her experiences during that time. “At Gettysburg, Or What A Girl Saw And Heard Of The Battle”
The Tillie Pierce House Inn is named for the famous young lady who lived here during the battle. Located in downtown Gettysburg along the Trolley line, the Inn brings together unrivaled hospitality, abundant history and a decor of casual elegance.
August 30, 2014
Investigators: Beth Rosen & Travis Spitzer with guests Tammy Spitzer, Will Ishee, Nick Wendling & Karen Memmolo.
Location Photos: (click to enlarge)
Tillie Pierce was 15 when the Battle of Gettysburg was fought in 1863. Concerned for her safety, her family sent her to a safe house located near Little Round Top, which ended up being a key defensive line of the Union Army. An account of her experiences can be found in ‘At Gettysburg (What A Girl Saw And Heard Of The Battle)’ which is still in print today. Side view of the entrance, looking down one of the many historical and quaint streets of Gettysburg. Front view of the building. Tillie, in the flesh. Partial view of the gorgeous dining area on the building’s first floor. The Lydia Leister Suite, where a few of our crew stayed the night following the investigation. Sitting area of the Lydia Leister Suite. Back view of the building. Entrance to the basement, which we were given access to in order to investigate. Where would a supposedly haunted inn be without a ghostly guard cat? This is Creamsicle (as we called him) and his purr was absolutely terrifying!
Findings: Nothing to report
Grave Concerns Paranormal does not view findings presented on this page as evidence of ghosts or the paranormal. These are merely experiences that we can not explain at this time.