This Haunted Brothel Museum In Alaska Is Not For The Faint Of Heart
By Courtney|Published March 29, 2017
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Living and loving life in Alaska, Courtney enjoys living a happy life based on simple principles; work hard, be kind, stay humble. She is an avid dog lover with hobbies that include running, fly fishing, hiking & snowboarding.
Step back in time and get ready to discover a historic landmark located in the southeast town of Skagway. The Red Onion Brothel Museum was built in 1897 and continued to operate as one the finest bordellos throughout the entire state for many, many years. The original structure still remains today and although times have changed, the spirit of the old fashioned days is still alive and celebrated. Each summer visitors from all around the world flock to this seasonal operation to enjoy the lively restaurant and bar, touring the museum and investigating the paranormal activity circulating around the undying rumors that the Red Onion Saloon is haunted.
Head to southeast Alaska and up the Inside Passage to make your way to the charming town of Skagway.
Although the backdrop is utterly picturesque with towering mountains as far as the eyes can see, what you'll find inside is hauntingly different than what originally meets the eye.
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Step inside and walk up the staircase to check out the main attraction; the brothel museum!
As you walk around, you'll discover paintings on the wall which are a representation of madams that used to work in the brothel during the early 1900's.
Maybe you'll even catch a glimpse of a madam spirit dressed in white, coming back to experience the difference of a present day brothel versus the historic setting that is now outlawed.
Spooooooky. But don't worry, rumor has it that the haunting spirits are harmless and merely just simple spirits that continue to linger from the 19th century.
Even from the outside looking in, onlookers can see peek-a-boos in the upstairs windows which many have claimed to see moving or haunting spirits circulating about in the display.
When gentlemen would come in looking for "companionship" they would point out the doll that they were most interested in, and the bartender would then indicate whether or not the girl was busy or available. When a madam was 'occupied' upstairs, the bartender would then lay the doll down on her back. Once the madam and customer finished their time together, the bartender would then put the doll back in the upright position.
Just because this historic building has a haunting reputation, that doesn't take away from its seasonal popularity.
Plus you'll even be served by a real life "good time girl" or gent. The staff really does go above and beyond to insure that each visitor receives an experience that transports them back in time to the gold rush era.
As the cruise ships dock into port and the passengers pour off into the city streets by the masses, the Red Onion Saloon is one the most popular must-see attractions in Skagway.
If your summer plans find you traveling up the Inside Passage or over to southeast Alaska via plane or personal watercraft, be sure to stop in and check out this historic spot for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
