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As seen on SyFy Channel's Ghost Hunters episode:
​"Fear Factory" (Season 8, Episode 20)
As seen on Paraflixx's Expedition Entity episode:
​"Tinker Swiss Cottage" (Season 2, Episode 6)
As seen on Travel Channel's Jack Osbourne's Night of Terror episode:
​"Tinker Swiss Cottage" (Season 1, Episode 2)

Tinker Cottage Paranormal Events

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We are pleased to announce that Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum will continue our Paranormal Tours and Paranormal Investigations throughout 2025! Tickets for our Paranormal Tours are only $20 for members; $25 for non-members. Paranormal Investigations are $40 for members; $50 for non-members.
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Upcoming Paranormal Event Dates:
October 17 - Paranormal Tour w/ Haunted Rockford & Terri Reid. SOLD OUT!
October 24 - Paranormal Investigation w/ Midwest Ghost Investigators. SOLD OUT!
October 25 - Rockford's Most Haunted Investigation. Tickets sold HERE!
December 6 -
Ghosts of Christmas Past. Tickets sold HERE! 

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*Tickets will NOT be mailed. Please bring your receipt with you the night of the event.
​**Tickets are non-refundable.
​***We ask that children be 12 years old and up to attend these events.
****When attending our paranormal events, you may be recorded by our investigating groups via cameras and voice recorders. If paranormal evidence is captured while you are in the video/recording, it may be shown to the public during future events.
**Please note: There are no physical tickets. Once you purchase your seat, you will be placed onto a reservation form and will need to check in at the Barn upon arrival. ​


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Paranormal Investigation 

Did you ever want to see what a real paranormal investigation is all about? This is your chance to find out! 
This exciting event will let you be the paranormal investigator! Guests will be in small groups as you join the staff in the most active locations in the Cottage. 
You are welcome and encouraged to bring your own equipment (cameras, camcorders, audio recorders, emf). Each event begins in the Barn.

Schedule:
7:00-7:30pm: Investigation Introduction
​7:30-11:00pm: Cottage Investigation Session *
* periodic breaks will be taken throughout the investigation 

Please follow the guidelines while attending a paranormal event:
  • Flash photography is not permitted.
  • Do not touch, sit, or lean on the objects.
  • You must remain with your group at all times.
  • No spirit/Ouija boards are allowed on site. 
  • No provocative language is allowed. The Tinker family is a very kind group of spirits, and speaking rudely to them will not be tolerated.  
  • We are not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen items.
  • If you are unable to follow these guidelines, the Tinker Swiss Cottage staff reserve the right to remove you from the tour and will not issue a refund.

Paranormal Tour 

Join us for scintillating tales from paranormal experts, listen to audio clips found in the Tinker Cottage, and enjoy a tour with the chance to have your own paranormal encounter. You are welcome and encouraged to bring your own equipment (cameras, camcorders, audio recorders, emf). Each event begins in the Barn.

Schedule:
7:00-8:00 pm: Lecture by Guest Speaker
8:00-10:00 pm: Cottage Tour

**Tickets will NOT be mailed**  
Upon arrival, please give the name of the purchaser. All tickets are non-refundable.
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  • Home
  • About
    • History
    • Gardens
    • Staff and Board
  • VISIT
    • Calendar >
      • D&D Night
      • Murder Mystery Night
      • Paranormal
      • Tipsy History
      • Walking Tour
    • School Tours
    • Scouting & Girl Scout Groups >
      • Scouting America Classes
      • Girl Scout Classes
    • Exhibits
  • Rentals
    • Birthday Party Packages
  • Donate!
  • Get Involved
    • Memberships
    • Volunteers
    • Corporate Sponsors
    • Online Gift Shop
  • Contact Us
    • Book a Tour