Abandoned Hall's Mansion - Stay Away!
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- A well known Abandoned location in Pennsylvania is now being secretly Watched. Known as The Hall Mansion, this property has a striking 16 story elevator shaft that is visible from all around and was to be part of an elaborate Mansion. I found the driveway to the location and was greeted with signs stating that it is private property, no trespassing and is under surveillance. So i decided to fly my Spark out to the house site to see what is left of it after a massive fire took place back in the 90s. An explorer even died after falling 10 stories inside the elevator shaft. So come along as we take a look from the air as i explain some of the history and why you should stay away from Hall Mansion. Enjoy
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Please Note: Exploring Abandoned locations can be dangerous. I don't condone or encourage anyone to enter an Abandoned structure. Not only is safety a concern, but often times its illegal and when possible, i seek out permission. I simply go to document its history before it's gone and leave things the way I find them. I assume all the risks & responsibility in doing so. Please don't attempt to do this on your own.
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Although this isn't my typical style of video, i wanted to atleast share what i could. If you appreciate the effort, please give the video a thumbs up. Thanks so much everyone.
Excellent and informative video. Great job. Really enjoyed.
I really loved everything about this! You've got mad skills with that drone, excellent camera work! As always, your dialogue is informative. One of the things I love most about your work is how respectful you are of these abandoned places, and how you show other intrepid explorers the right way to do this. Thank you for another fascinating excursion!
Your the Best JP....I appreciate All the Effort you put into your Channel Hon....Have a Great night...
Hi Jay. Did you know that this video was the 1st in my box today because You Tube was having folks do a survey, "Do you like this video because.. (they list stuff like 'entertaining,', 'informative', 'other'. and they tell you to hit submit after listing like 6 things. We should have been able to hit more than one or they should have combined some answers like; 'informative/entertaining', ect. I just thought you might like to know about it if you haven't yet seen it.
I clicked on 'informative' (and I wanted to click on entertaining but like I said you could only click on one and you couldn't write anything on why you like (or don't like ) the video, so ... But I put 'informative' because you're always giving us good advice and telling about the locations ect.
You Tube is always a challenge. Well now, to your video. I hope the sweet kittys are having fun.😁
Great video!! It’s also that you used drone instead of chancing getting arrested or fined
I did electrical work on the property in the 80's!!! The tower contained tuned bells that were played on a keyboard in the house!! It was called the carillion tower. It was very strange the whole time I was there!!!
Thanks for sharing
Maybe it was a Satanic Temple??
@Robert Townsend : Wow! Really strange indeed. On the other hand, many old buildings and mansions from the 18's used to have huge organs or bells, precisely tuned, to act as resonators (frequency amplifiers) and, from what I have read and investigated till now, it seems it was related to old free energy devices.
Would you happen to know what all the tower contains. Looks like a pool near the top
Good video. Neat perspective. Too bad it can't be explored on foot but not worth getting arrested for. Thanks for sharing. You did a good job flying your drone. Was nice & steady
I love drone videos, they give you a whole different perspective. Do all you want and I'll watch!
I agree. I can't get enough of them!
I agree also!! You can make more of this videos! I love all of JPs videos!
@@suemaxson4959 yeah cool video. I do drone videos all over kentucky
I came across this along the highway with some friends year or so ago. We did the same, pulled up to the front and talked to the house at the end of that gravel road. She said it was posted heavily and someone had fallen and died back there a few years ago. So we went to the highway and there was a cop parked on the exit ramp. So we parked 2 miles behind it at a golf course and walked through the woods. Didn’t see any cameras so we walked back on the actual path and we were totally fine. Took some photos and hung out for a while with no complications. Pretty cool place.
I live about 3 mins away from it
I live around the corner. The stories are funny to hear but it’s mostly the controversy surrounding it that is interesting. In the end it’s just a burned out building and tower with nothing really to see worth getting in trouble over. It would be nice if someone cleared the area out and made that pond a good fishing spot. lol
Can you guys give me the address id like to go there
@@jordigustavobmx Incase you still haven't found it: 1219 Willow Mill Rd. Mechanicsburg, PA
I been at this place a hundred times before it was burnt.
I'm so glad that you explored by drone instead of going in. Very smart. This must have been an awesome place back in the day.
"Stay away"? No, I'll take a chance. Too cool.
This was cool... The video certainly held my attention beginning to end! Amazing what drones can capture. You are well skilled with it, the footage paired nicely with your narration. Plus you did a good deed perhaps by encouraging explorers to not risk it emphasizing the consequences. I'd watch more like this!! Thanks very much!
I really enjoyed this different style! I wouldn't mind watching more like this at all! Thank you for taking the time to show us all these different places!
you would think they would demolish it after the fire and save on security
Thank you, I've lived in this area for 65yrs and counting. This footage is mesmerizing. This property has been rittled with rumors over the years, and we all wondered about it. It would make a beautiful park/nature area. The Hall's could donate the land to the town.
Mrs. Becker is that you.
If it is your like a top tier all-time substitute. Like when I see you in the classroom I get a bit excited. Thank you mrs. Becker.
I don't think I've ever commented on one of your videos, but I watch them all! My favorites are the ones with history and wear! Even though we couldn't get in.. You gave this one a story.. History! Thank you! Keep them coming JP!!!
Feel free to comment more often.
Thanks so much for the footage. I live in the area and always wanted to check it out, but like you said, I didn't want to risk the consequences of being charged. Great tour, thank you!
Now you know whats back there.
Thank you so much Jay!!! That was an amazing video from the drones perspective. It is amazing how much you can see from way up there!! I really enjoyed the history you shared too. Be Safe and God Bless!! 💖😎😉👍🎥
What a creative way to show us an abandoned property! JP you've done it again!
I really liked all the info you gave on this, it makes it so much more interesting to me!
That’s awesome!! Great job⭐️ Pretty weird place.
Thanks for sharing the details JP, this was very interesting And informative.👏👏👏👍☺️🖐️. 💯💯💯💯💯
Any exploration is better than no exploration. Nicely done.
These r my fav videos, thanks for sharing and attaching the articles
I enjoyed your video great view of the area from your drone camera. Interesting looking place too, since I happen to live in Pa. it makes it even more so. Thanks for putting this out for us to enjoy I’d never other wise ever see the place. It is clearly marked as well. The tower was impressive.
We love your video amazing range whith your drone. its good that you worned People about the security on Hall's mansion. Greatings from Edward and Diana from the Netherlands Europe.
Great video JP! Beautiful landscaping. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day!
Liked the drone work and voice over. Really appreciate your responsible approach to urbexing. Thanks JP! Keep safe.😎
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Oh wow!
So… back in the early 90’s, my friends and I went out there because some of my friends knew a “kid” who used to live there.
Hall was the last name. Yep.
It was just some rich family who built it then I think the young guy moved on….
We went out there to skateboard if Hall still had a mini ramp and or convince them to let us build a skate park out there…
It was way more organized and still lived in but no one came out to greet us. I don’t think there was any “no trespass” signs when we went…
we just wandered around and fantasized how cool it would be to skate / make a skatepark.
Thank you so much for the footage! I can’t believe how dilapidated it is now!
Also, I live on the west coast and the police don’t arrest or find anyone for trespassing or squatting in King County washington state!
You just reminded me how much of a policed state PA is!
I know convicted felons for having a few grams of pot in PA and in Wa, they sell weed a block away at a store near me…
There are skate parks here all over for kids to enjoy & in PA we were criminals just for skateboarding.
Very intelligent way to explore and describe when not physically able to go on the property! Thats a win in my book!
Good video
Thanks
That was great. I loved it. I love the drone and to get a whole post of it with voice over was brilliant. It's very relaxing sitting in my comfy chair and admiring the view. Would I like to see more like this, yes I definitely would. Fantastic 😃😃💕💖💕
Thanks so much
Although the surrounding property seems lovely, I had a disturbing feeling in my stomach, when you flew over the house and tower. Even the sports courts gave me a feeling of dread. Thank You for sharing, JP. 😊
Great job! Beautiful from the air too . Thank you 😊
Love your videos JP!!! This is a beautiful piece of property!!!
Ty angie
Enjoyed this type of explore, especially the voice over that provided such additional information! I find the background information very interesting and adds a different depth of understanding to what we are seeing! I vote for more of this type, even though I know it takes a lot more effort for you! Great job!
Ty denise
Obviously it’s better to go into the abandoned spots, but stay safe. I liked the drone footage tho and I love your voice so it’s a great video. I always enjoy your vids man =)
I watched and commented on your video.
Great video JP!! Keep up the great work!! I enjoyed the information thanks again for what you do!😁
Great drone footage JP!! I loved this view of the mansion!! I actually was there many years ago. I have pictures of the inside. That place was amazing even when I went. I always thought of buying it and fixing it up. It's been bought and sold by so many people. At one time it was sold for only 89,000 now the lastest was near a million.
Oh wow. If you like to share the photos you can send them to me. Contact info is in the description.
Cool video JP, It was definitely a unique way of exploring a place that is so heavily posted.
I enjoyed your commentary and historical background info. Thanks Ron.
Ty ron
Hi Jay, I think it's a great video as it lets people know that it really isn't a good idea to go there. It looks like it would have been a pretty place to live. I would like to see more of this type of video as it does afford a view of properties that are for the most part inaccessible. Thanks for sharing. x
I loved this kind of video! Very informative thank you! Peace love and light from Kansas!
Wow loved that video! I could have watched another half hour of that. Something very calming and interesting seeing it from this perspective.
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Well done & brilliant footage! I drive 81 frequently and you completely filled my curiosity about something I knew nothing about. Great job!
Interesting and I have always liked your drone work. It's much better than most I've seen. You clearly know your equipment.
Thank you
OMG. what a find and what an amazing video. Love this technique too. Jay you are so creative in what you do....so many perspectives. Thank you for sharing and thank you for giving the extra info on this place.
Glad you enjoyed it
That tower and property would be a great Walking Dead location....
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Great drone footage JP.. And it's always nice to heed the "NO TRESPASSING" signs..
This definitely wasn't worth the risk
WD , yeah Neegan would love this place
@@JPVideos81
Yeah, an arrest is NEVER worth the risk involved, especially for an abandonment..
Cool drone fottage ! Dont blame you for not doing ground fottage with all the 📷 and such ! I enjoyed it take you taking me along ! 👍
Wow! Amazing, 16 Acres!!! How does one begin to have enough money to afford the upkeep of a property that size, in today's world, anyway... Great footage
He stole it from employees
Loved the drone footage and narration. Thanks!
JP you are a great drone operator......a professional job...one of the best I've seen.
Thanks vikki
What an absolutely cool explore from the air .... excellent! 👍
We got a terrific bird's eye view of the vast property. Really appreciate the voice over historical information. 😀
Ty so much
I liked it! Cool to have that "bird's eye view"! Thanks, this was the only sensible way to do this.
Great to be able to see another interesting view of a property which is definitely out of reach. Glad you have the drone to capture the view and it was great you gave the voice over with the history on the property as we watched. A really good and different way to display another piece of someones history. This type of viewing defiantly would be the way to go on showing us other areas which cannot be physically accessed. Well done and thanks.
Thanks ken
I really enjoyed this, thank you for sharing with us. It was brief and it wasn't much, but like you said it's definitely better than not seeing it at all. Plus I'm always interested in learning some history or a story like this, thank you for researching and sharing. Plus it was still some great views of a beautiful area.
I enjoyed it, great work man
Thanks man, aerial footage is better than nothing at all.
@@JPVideos81 absolutely man, I thought I was really cool. Thanks for tuning in tonight, I know it was just a quick stream, but I really missed doing those live videos and the interaction. That was one of my favorite parts of TH-cam when I first started.
Also I carded one of your videos again in my last video, I did the railyard only because we were both in it. I know it won't help too much, but you are so close to getting that 100K play button I figure any additional eyes you can get on your Channel will be a good thing. You have grown so fast lately you will be there in no time my friend, keep up the phenomenal work, your channel is only getting better
I like the drone footage. For not being able to access the property on foot, you got some really nice views with the drone.
Thanks for the awesome veido I enjoy all of your veidos keep up on the great work
Cool video! Your drone footage is always great! Very interesting! 👍👍
Thank you for sharing, the property with all of those trees looks totally amazing. sad that someone had lost their life there. how tall do you think that tower is?
Well, he mentioned it was 16 stories. Quick google search suggests the average story in a building plus floors/ceiling is 10 feet. So I’d imagine it’s around 160 feet.
@@DonutIgnoramus Didn't hear that part through all of the noises I had to put up with here listening to a jackhammer tearing up my neighbor's walkway. Thank you for mentioning this.
Fritz Ant you’re welcome!!
JP. I was in the Mansion back before it burned down. John Hall, hired me and a friend to move his 12 foot Bosendorfer piano. He gave us the grand tour. The house was incredible! Handball courts, full-size gymnasium, secret passages, spiral staircases, Library. A mountain stone fireplace that was so big, you could walk into it. The fireplace concealed a passageway behind it that lead to the tower. A friend of mine owned the farm that's on the other side of the creek across from the Hall Mansion. I was also there a few years later when they had the auction and sold off all of the contents.
Wow, sounds incredible.
Very cool!
Love your videos!!
We don't have many places like this out here on the Left coast.
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My friend, Andy and I, tried to explore this in 2017. The place is heavily posted and the people who live there DO NOT want people around. We asked the first neighbor there and he kindly said no and that it's because they were having trouble with vandals, there were fires, and the forest is HEAVILY filled with ticks. He basically was looking out for us for our safety. So I will also advise if one goes here, it is NOT a good idea. The neighbor even said he had just called the state police on someone who had been there a couple days before we showed up and they arrested the person on the spot. It is also a hunting ground so you have to watch out for hunters in the area so you dont get accidently shot or hurt.
Feel free to pin if you'd like, JP. Just trying to keep people from getting any ideas about going here. It will not happen.
Loved the video interesting footage really enjoyed it
It's not hard to reach this location if you walk thru the creek. Nobody owns the creek so you can legally walk thru it. Go explore the mansion then dip out by way of the creek. I wouldn't park my car anywhere nearby but there is a Walmart shopping complex as well as a park and ride nearby. Be prepared to walk a lot and run if need be.
Landowners own the creek bed.
Very interesting!!! I did really enjoy this. Thanks as always!
Loved it I like hearing about history about different places I can't wait to get caught up on all your videos so far they are wonderful god bless an be safe
Ty so much
I explored this property with a bunch of friends who lived in Mechanicsburg maybe just a few months after the fire because I remember the whole place smelled burnt. I remember seeing spray-painted satan worshipping symbols in various places. Still on of the creepiest places I’ve ever explore all these years later. Nice video!
Where is it?
Cool video. I like this format with the narration. It's better than not seeing anything. Great views. Thank you for taking us along and being so creative!
You're welcome
Thanks again I have driven by this so many times a day it can't be counted. I've been told many stories of what it looks like and why it is standing today but never wanted to run the risk of seeing for myself. Once again you are amazing at giving us a look.
My pleasure melissa
My question is that if the current owner is soooo concerned about people trespassing on the property, why don't they just tear it down ?
tearing it down cost money.. and people that get hurt trespassing can still sue.. so now you know the reason
Good question
Probably because the township is bringing in money with trespassing fines.
Absolutely agree! All those cameras and sensors, the electric system to make it work, the security guards, the people watching the videos, etc... This is pure non sense and an insane waste of money.... except if there is something important you want to hide and protect, for sure! He! He! And again, that story of a rich millionaire who built a mansion and then the mansion is suddenly mysteriously abandoned shortly before or after construction is sooo redundant. Moreover, in the commentaries, there is a man who says he worked there in the 80's to do some plumbing work. He says the tower had bells that where strangely and precisely tuned and that there was something really weird about the place. ;)
Jay,
Very smart move, you can see the mansion without getting fined.
Cheers,
Rik Spector
nice history lessens good footage and very good narrating.so thanks for your labor of love to us.much success to you, and your family.
Ty
You’re a great narrator!
After several takes, it came out ok lol.
Awesome job! That must have been a wonderful place before all the damage from fire, and the elements. Did it say what the elavater was going to, or just to be a lookout point for the scenery?? Love you great drone skills, it does wonderful video!
Thanks for taking me along...💖
Blessings... 😊💞🙏❤
The tower was supposed to have living space at the top, hence the elevator.
Great video ! I like that you gave back ground info also. Now I shall look it up. Thank You Jay
Wonderful way to explore. Love the video.
3-31-2020 I love this JP! So enjoying going through your older videos during this time of Corona isolation. Thank you so much.
My pleasure shasta
Cool video love the beautiful landscape just sucks that you can't explore the property but you done it the right way with using your drone
Awesome video JP.....get a lot of view with a drone.....great job
Ty
Thank you..I live in the area and often see that tower. I always thought it was some kind of abandoned training facility. Like an old fire or military base. Now I know thanks to this video.
Thank you for showing this. Amazing piece of land. Sad it burnt down.
I cant believe they put so much time and $$ into protecting that place,doesn't look like much anymore other than the tower and if they are so worried about it just spend the $$ on demo,bunch of ding bats if you ask me.
Nice presentation Jay!!!
Yeah, im shocked they spend money on management to watch over it, but wont knock the remains down.
Absolutely agree! All those cameras and sensors, the electric system to make it work, the security guards, the people watching the videos, etc... This is pure non sense and an insane waste of money.... except if there is something important you want to hide and protect, for sure! He! He! And again, that story of a rich millionaire who built a mansion and then the mansion is suddenly mysteriously abandoned shortly before or after construction is sooo redundant. Moreover, in the commentaries, there is a man who says he worked there in the 80's to do some plumbing work. He says the tower had bells that where strangely and precisely tuned and that there was something really weird about the place. ;)
This drone footage is incredible! It allowed us to see all of the property to a great advantage. That property is beautiful, and it is a shame that unfortunate circumstances could not allow the mansion to be finished and the property enjoyed This was a great video, and it held my interest from beginning to end. Thank you!
Great Video 👍 JP wow great view boy that's something
Cool video! Strange place... Loved it! ✌😎
Enjoyed the video thank you for taking the time and showing us.
Good video. I do a lot of "recon by drone" nowadays, before going in on foot. The drone is a great and fun piece of equipment.
Agreed
Hay JP that definitely was a
Different aspect of viewing
Things keep'em Coming ✌. OUT
Very interesting history. Would have been nice to see, but no need to take stupid chances. Thanks for what you did share. 👍🏼
I love that you used your drone so we could see the property. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for the video and all the history. Too bad about all the no trespassing signs. Looks like it used to be a great property.
JP, really enjoyed your video!
Awesome!
Dude more vids like this would be awesome!
I’ve climbed to the 8th floor with permission from the property owner. Crazy to think that people have died doing the same. The property is watched over buy one person. You’ll be arrested on the spot. Family friend have around 40 cameras around the tower and property itself.
Great video! Love the drone footage and information! Would love to see what it looked like when it was lived in!
This is pretty neat footage !! Thanks for sharing it!
Love the air footage Jay
Knew him... Back in the early to mid - 70's me and a local tennis pro buddy knew John Hall the son. He was an happy-go-lucky eccentric all-sports bon-vivant who drove a De-Thomaso around Harrisburg. He'd sometimes drop by Wm. Penn HS to play tennis with us and it was easy to see his arrival in his car. All we tennis players enjoyed his company. We even visited him at Hall Mansion once or twice but didnt play tennis.
When we heard he was in legal troubles it was a shock, but guess that with a highly privileged background wanted more from his dad. Halls Trucking went bankrupt which also eas a shock locally.
I actually really enjoyed this! Big thumbs up from me!
Awesome! 💙
Great video thanks for sharing! 👍
I loved the information, and that you were talking in a normal voice. No over exited loud voice or distracting music. Drones arent my favourite, that being said I really liked the video.
Thanks brenda
Couple of things:
First, there is no such thing as “haunted”. Any reference to any such thing ruins the rest of the content.
Now that I’m done with that, I’ve been back there numerous times after the fire but before they became strict about the trespassing. It truly is an imposing sight. The son of the man who built it still lives in a house that can be reached by going to the end of the paved road and turning left down a separate dirt road. He said that the place was really impressive even in its unfinished state before the fire. As for the fire itself, legend has it that it was set by John Hall himself because if he couldn’t have the house then nobody would. I can’t attest to the veracity of that, but it was arson that destroyed it.
Every so often the property comes up on the market. I believe it is still owned by the owner of Essis and Sons Flooring and Carpet, and the asking price is a couple of million dollars, which he’ll likely never get unless someone wants to start over or the property is re-zoned commercial.
All that said, the overhead view was an interesting perspective that I hadn’t seen before, so thanks for posting this video.
Thanks for sharing
Very creative on your part,the drone view was better than nothing and also gave a great view of the surroundings/property as well!!
Thanks
You should do a drone video of Lynnewood Hall in Montgomery County sometime. That estate is also fairly large and expansive as well.
I loved the drone footage!