Haunted Ship in Minnesota Receives Nat’l Recognition

UPDATE:

This haunted ship in Duluth has just been recognized as one of the scariest attractions in the country.

When I first posted this story about how there were 150 people that had to be escorted off the ship because they were too scared to continue, I had a bunch of comments on how that wasn't true, and that the ship isn't even scary, blah blah blah.  And now, it seems that that is not the majority consensus.  It's scary.  And apparently, someone did actually die many years ago, and there have been reports of it being haunted for real. Not just for the sake of Halloween.

Here is the post about Forbes recogniizing ship as one of the best haunted attractions for Halloween:

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One of the most popular and scary attractions for Halloween is the haunted ship located in Duluth.

The William A. Irvin Haunted Ship is scheduled to open next Thursday, October 3rd, and will remain open for long weekends leading up to Halloween.  This ship has been a constant for the last 29 years.

That hint of cool breeze you feel isn’t just a change of weather. Those are the spirits of the Duluth Haunted Ship swinging on anchor just outside your view. The ghouls on board are waiting to morph the William A. Irvin historic freighter into something truly sinister. 

There are some things to keep in mind if you are planning on trying to make your way through the ship.  There is no handicapped access.  There will be strobe lights and other special effects being used, so if you are sensitive to that, keep that in mind before buying tickets.  No one under the age of 12 will be admitted.  And in general, parental guidance is suggested.  This attraction can be very scary - last year 150 people needed an early exit.  But if you like that kind of thing - this is definitely for you.

This year, you can look forward to more activity outside of the ship on Harbor Drive—picture strewn lights, bonfires, drinks and food available for purchase, and more. 

Tickets are on sale now.  They range in price from $20 to $75 for VIP.  The VIP access gives you some extras including:

Instant access (blowing past even our Fast Pass holders!) - Self-guided EXCLUSIVE experience of the Pilot House, including the Captain's Lounge with an NA beverage, photo ops- Plus, other spooky surprises. IF YOU SURVIVE, enjoy a complimentary adult or NA beverage in the VIP TENT

Another thing to keep in mind, there are no refunds.  Even if you are one of the people who has to bail before finishing the tour.  You can purchase tickets ahead of time (recommended) or at the door.