Gina Heslop
James and Mandy Fiser’s dream of a perfect home in Pittsburgh took a dark turn as they discovered hidden mysteries within their new abode. Overlooking a mysterious floor hatch during the initial tour, their curiosity led them to a key concealed in an unexpected place – inside a vent in their home office.
Behind an antique cupboard in the kitchen, a hidden door revealed a dimly lit basement filled with vintage furniture and framed pictures. Yet, their journey into the house’s history didn’t end there. In a locked hatch, they found a box with old recipes and, remarkably, the original blueprints from 1887.
As they delved into the house’s past, the Fisers unearthed a darker history. The box contained unsettling jars of preserved foods and animal carcasses, disturbingly linked to a hidden vent in the living room that their dog, Scout, had been fixated on.
Disturbed by the gruesome discovery, the Fisers sought professional help, leading to the revelation that such findings were not uncommon in old Victorian houses in Pennsylvania. The artifacts were attributed to a healing tradition called “powwow,” combining religious elements with health practices. The previous occupant, an old lady, likely engaged in these rituals for healing purposes.
The Fisers decided to remove the unsettling artifacts, eliminating the disturbing smell and creating a more comfortable living environment. Relieved to understand the source of the strange occurrences, the couple is now committed to making their dream home truly their own, free from the haunting secrets of the past. The house, cleansed of mysterious remnants, stands ready for the Fisers to continue building their lives.
