Blood & Wisteria: The Ghosts of Grumblethorpe

Update: 2021-09-08

Description

What does a persistent blood stain, wisteria, and freshly baked bread have in common? Located in the heart of Germantown in Philadelphia, Grumblethorpe, a historic home and garden, is haunted by ghosts and boasts an incredibly rich history.

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