The Shadows of

GREEN RIVER ACADEMY

GHOST TOURS OF ONE OF KENTUCKY'S MOST STORIED LANDMARKS

EXPLORE THE DARKER CHAPTERS OF THE ACADEMY

Step into the darker chapters of the Green River Academy’s past at Shadows of Green River Academy, an evening of true stories, theatrical storytelling, and Halloween fun. Guests will be guided through the Academy’s historic candlelit rooms, encounter real-life figures who once walked this storied landmark, and explore the ancient halls that were witness to tales of loss, heartbreak, and demise.

A woman dressed in black Victorian-era clothing holding a lit candle on a staircase.

The Shadows of
GREEN RIVER ACADEMY

A Ghost Tour of one of Kentucky’s Most Storied Landmarks

Guests will arrive at the Milliken Memorial Community House, present their tickets, and enjoy ghost stories with Christian County Historian William Turner, a s’mores campfire bar, candy bar, and board a hayride to explore the candlelit halls of the historic Academy, where real-life figures from its storied past emerge to share their haunting tales. Guided from room to room, guests will witness theatrical scenes inspired by true events including, duels, heartbreak, demise, and tragedy.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Ages 4-99+: Shadows of Green River Academy tours are for everyone! And are appropriate for children, but the atmosphere of the Academy building is naturally quite spooky, so be aware of the spookiness level your child can tolerate, and plan accordingly. We will accommodate any child who decides that the tour is too frightening by providing a quick exit, and alternative entertainment.

AGE GROUPS & PARTICIPATION

Guests will arrive at the Milliken Memorial Community House. Parking is free.

The Milliken Memorial Community House is located at:
208 West Main Street
Elkton, Ky 42220

PARKING & LOCATION

EVENT INCLUDES

• Immersive Tour at the Academy
• Hayride
• Storytime with Historian William Turner
• Campfire S’mores
• Cookies, Treats, & Cider
• Food Trucks

45 + minute tours

THE SHADOWS OF
GREEN RIVER ACADEMY
A ghost tour of Green River Academy

$10

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QUICK INFORMATION

Reservations required. Spaces are limited.
Recommended for ages 4 - 99+
Location: 208 West Main Street, Elkton, KY 42220
Phone: (502) 276-5172
Date: October 17, 18, 2025 6:00pm — 10:0opm
Small group sizes (only 15 guests per tour)

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Tour times start every 15 minutes beginning at 6:15pm until 9:45pm

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Unfortunately, the Green River Academy and hayride is not ADA accessible. However, the Milliken Memorial Community House is ADA Accessible where the pre-events take place. The Academy is not yet fully restored, so the building does not have a permanent restroom, but a portable restroom will be available. The Milliken Memorial Community House has permanent restrooms.