SO COOL. I know its mad touristy but it is definitely something locals should experience so they can take family and friends when they come to visit.

The Whaley House is actually a legit haunted house recorded by the US government--something like one of six in the US. It's seriously legit and you feel all kinds of vibes. It has been preserved as the Whaley's had the bedrooms and you can walk through the downstairs and upstairs halls. It was smaller than I had expected but not lacking in effect at all. Also, the courthouse has been kept as is. If you live in SD, you have to check it out. Don't forget to walk up the street to see the old cemetery either!

You buy your tickets next door at six dollars each, and take your receipt to the door as your ticket. The woman working in the shop is awesome and really nice. They also have a ton of stuff in the shop that are pretty rad, from literature on the historical aspects of the house as well as lore of the area. There is some pretty sick artwork, and gift shoppy items in there as well.

Check it out--it's just a rad piece of history with some good lore and a fun place to take the family, especially if you are in the Old Town area. There are also people dressed in period attire to answer your questions as you move about the house.

My favorite museum

awesome example of house of time period. had a couple of "experiences" here.. definately an 'active site"

I have been visiting the Whaley House from years. I think there should be a tour for the people that allows video recording.

Was told to us the reason you can't record is because a few high school students made a spoof of the Whaley House mocking its workers. Ethically, I see that is really wrong but after all it is Publicity and SPOOFS are made of every place in America.

SOHO consider an additional charge and a record of notification to all people that want to record - with a signed agreement NO SPOOFING allowed. When you travel nearly 3000 miles to visit this museum - its heartbreaking to not return with clips.

The history - the home - the community at large is so mystical and addictive - please reconsider video recording. The world loves this home. Once you are there you are going to want to return. The best haunted place I have ever visited. Greatest historical records on display.

Ain't no video spoofs gonna stop me from the visiting this house but no video recording will.

Love and Respect,
Dianne

I love the Whaley House. It is beautiful AND creepy inside! The workers are very knowledgeable. LOVE going there!!!