Rockford’s Spooky Past: The Legend of Emma Jones

When you start digging for them, you’ll quickly discover Rockford, Illinois has a history full of paranormal experiences. Have you ever heard about the ‘House of Emma Jones’?

For the Love Of Old Homes

I love old and historic homes. I love the uniqueness and character of them, and I am fascinated by the stories people share about them.

I have often dreamed of restoring a historic home to live in, but then I remember two things:

  1. It costs a LOT of money to properly restore an old home.
  2. Many old homes are said to be haunted, and that completely freaks me out.

The ‘House Of Emma Jones’

Every city, town, and village throughout the world has their own haunted legends, and Rockford, Illinois is no exception.

Some of Rockford’s most popular haunted places include Tinker Swiss Cottage and the Coronado Performing Arts Center, but have you ever heard the ‘House of Emma Jones’?

This house near the Rock River on N 1st Street, was once the home of Frank and Emma Jones in the late 1800s, early 1900s…

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