French Legation Museum - reported hauntings

The French Legation, built in 1841 and now the French Legation Museum, served as the residence of France's chargé d'affaires to the Republic of Texas and is located in Austin's historic area. Staff and visitors have reported unexplained noises and sightings at the house, and these reports have been mentioned in local news and ghost tour descriptions. The site is frequently included on Austin ghost tours that cite its long history as a reason for alleged paranormal activity. Accounts of hauntings at the French Legation are part of local lore and have been covered in regional media.