Morris–Jumel Mansion ghost stories

The Morris–Jumel Mansion, built in 1765 in Washington Heights, is Manhattan's oldest surviving house and was used briefly as George Washington's headquarters in 1776. Over the years the mansion has attracted reports of hauntings tied to former residents, including alleged sightings of Eliza Jumel and other historical figures, and hosts tours that recount these accounts. The mansion's Revolutionary War history and long occupancy have made it a focal point of local ghost stories. These accounts are part of popular folklore and are disputed by skeptics and historians.