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Peoria State Hospital Historic District, also known as Bartonville State Hospital or Illinois Asylum for the Incurable Insane, was a psychiatric hospital operated by the State of Illinois from 1902 to 1973. The hospital is located in Bartonville, Illinois, near the city of Peoria in Peoria County.
May 17, 2016 · Peoria State Hospital was in operation from 1902 to 1973. The institution began life as the Illinois Asylum for the Incurable Insane. The first superintendent, Dr. George A. Zeller, went...
Whether you’re looking to visit the Peoria State Hospital for the history, the paranormal, or a little of both, we have something just right for you! Click here to learn more about our different types of tours and view our tour schedule.
Jun 27, 2023 · In the heart of Illinois, nestled near the city of Peoria in Bartonville, stands the vestiges of an institution that was once a beacon of hope for the mentally ill. The Peoria State Hospital, initially known as the ‘Illinois Asylum for the Incurable Insane,’ has a rich history from 1895.
Regularly inspected by the medical boards, the Peoria State Hospital was considered #1 in their treatments of some illnesses and their curative abilities of others. The Hospital also boasted the #1 nursing program in the country for 34 of its 36 years of operation.
PUBLIC PARANORMAL TOURS. During these tours, we begin by offering a historical slideshow of the Peoria State Hospital. Investigators are then split into smaller groups. Tours are guided through paranormal hotspots, inside of historic buildings and outdoor locations including cemeteries.
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Oct 18, 2023 · Peoria State Hospital in Bartonville was home to thousands of psychiatric patients, one reform-minded administrator and arguably the area's greatest ghost story.
