The Grim: Haunted Cemeteries & Graveyard Tales

The Grim is opening the gate deep in the forested mountains of Wakayama Prefecture lies a sacred realm suspended between worlds. Entering Okunoin Cemetery located at Mount Koya isn't merely Japan's most hallowed burial ground—it's a living testament to 1,200 years of unbroken spiritual devotion where the boundary between life and death seems remarkably thin. The journey begins where...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Bennington Centre Cemetery located in Bennington Vermont. Like bones catching the last light after sundown, the white marble gravestones gleam with an otherworldly brightness. Founded in 1762 beside Vermont's Old First Church, this extraordinary burial ground transcends its purpose to become something far more profound – a cathedral of carved mortalit...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Medfield State Hospital Cemetery located in Medfield Massachusetts. Revealing a haunting landscape where 841 former psychiatric patients lie buried beneath small numbered markers – their identities erased even in death. What began as the "Medfield Insane Asylum" in 1892 evolved into a sprawling mental health facility that operated for over a cent...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Oakland Cemetery. Atlanta’s sprawling 48-acre Victorian garden of stone, where the South’s layered past lies buried beneath twisting paths and timeworn monuments. Founded in 1850, Oakland holds more than the remains of the dead—it preserves the social orders, injustices, and triumphs of a changing city. In the Original Six Acres, you’ll find the cemetery’s...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Glasnevin Cemetery located in Dublin, Ireland. Beyond the green beer and shamrocks of St. Patrick's Day lies the true soul of Ireland – a complex tapestry of triumph and tragedy woven through centuries of struggle. There's no better place to uncover this authentic history than Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin's sprawling necropolis where 1.5 milli...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Green Mount Cemetery located in Montpelier, Vermont—a historic burial ground rich with stunning gravestone art, mysterious legends, and intriguing stories from the past. Nestled in Vermont’s picturesque capital, Green Mount Cemetery is more than just a final resting place; it’s a 19th-century rural garden cemetery featuring breathtaking Vermont marble, Got...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering El Campo Santo Cemetery located in San Diego, California. Known for its eerie atmosphere and fascinating past, this cemetery tells the story of a city that paved over its dead in the name of progress. From ghostly sightings to forgotten graves, El Campo Santo offers a glimpse into San Diego's darker side. The Grim is taking listeners on a journey thro...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering the notoriously haunted Cobb’s Hill Cemetery, one of Cape Cod’s most haunted locations. Nestled in the historic village of Barnstable this coastal burial ground is more than just a scenic New England landmark—it's a place where the past lingers, and the dead refuse to rest. In this chilling episode, uncover the legends of Death’s Door, the mysterious...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery, a forgotten graveyard located in Colton, California, where the dead refuse to rest. Once part of the thriving Agua Mansa settlement, this land was home to New Mexican colonists who carved out a life along the banks of the Santa Ana River—until disaster struck. The Great Flood of 1862 wiped Agua Mansa off the map, leaving behind...

The Grim is opening the gate to Portugal’s Capela dos Ossos, where the dead do not rest—they remain, watching, waiting. Behind the grand facades of Portugal’s most beautiful cities lie macabre sanctuaries built from human remains. We begin in Évora, where 5,000 skeletons were woven into the walls of the Capela dos Ossos, their empty sockets staring in eternal silence. From there, we descend into F...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Montmartre Cemetery located in Paris, France, a hauntingly beautiful necropolis hidden beneath the bustling streets of Paris. While the City of Light is often celebrated for its romance and art, its cemeteries tell a darker, more revealing story. This episode explores the history of Montmartre Cemetery, once an abandoned quarry and later a mass grave durin...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering  Presbítero Matías Maestro Cemetery located in Lima Peru. Step into the shadowed corridors of history in one of Latin America's most stunning and enigmatic burial grounds. Nestled in the historic Barrios Altos district of Lima, Peru, this neoclassical masterpiece, inaugurated in 1808, was the first civilian cemetery in the Americas. Designed by Spanis...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Ross Bay Cemetery located in Victoria, one of Canada’s most storied burial grounds. Nestled on the edge of the Pacific Ocean in Victoria, British Columbia, this Victorian-era cemetery is home to nearly 30,000 graves, where tales of pioneers, artists, and forgotten souls are etched into weathered stone. Discover the remarkable life of Isabella Mainville Ros...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument in Big Horn County, Montana. Known as the site of "Custer's Last Stand," this infamous battle marked a devastating chapter in the Great Sioux War of 1876. The Grim unpacks the events surrounding the conflict, where the Lakota Sioux, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors triumphed against the ill...

In this special episode of The Grim , host Kristin reflects on the incredible journey of the podcast’s debut year. With 33 episodes and an astounding 58,000 downloads, Kristin recounts how The Grim began as a love letter to graveyard tourism, blending history, hauntings, and legends from cemeteries around the world. The episode highlights fan-favorite cemeteries like the lush Victorian Highgate Ce...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering historic and hauntingly beautiful Green-Wood Cemetery located in Brooklyn, New York. From its Gothic Revival entrance to its snow-covered grounds, Green-Wood holds centuries of stories, both inspiring and grim. Learn about the pivotal role the cemetery's grounds played in the Revolutionary War’s Battle of Brooklyn and its transformation into a 478-acr...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Westminster Abbey located in London England. Exploring its roots as a Benedictine monastery founded in 960, the Abbey emerges as a Gothic masterpiece and a centerpiece of British history. From hosting coronations to becoming the final resting place for over 3,330 individuals, including monarchs, poets, and war heroes, Westminster Abbey's halls are ste...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Benton Avenue Cemetery located in Helena, Montana. Established in 1870, this historic burial ground offers a glimpse into the lives of early settlers, gold rush pioneers, and those who shaped Helena's frontier past. The cemetery, located near Carroll College and the old rail lines, was built on land sold by sisters Rachel and Elizabeth during Helena&a...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Old Tonopah Cemetery located in Tonopah, Nevada—a resting place steeped in Wild West lore and ghostly tales. Cozy up with your favorite mug as The Grim takes you on a chilling journey through this forgotten frontier graveyard. Discover how the Wild West’s promise of fortune led to tragedy and triumph, from boomtowns rising and falling to the eerie tales of...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Glendalough Cemetery located in County Wicklow, Ireland. A site steeped in history, spirituality, and haunting lore. Known as the "Valley of Two Lakes," Glendalough is celebrated for its tranquil beauty and the ruins of a 6th-century monastery founded by St. Kevin. The episode delves into St. Kevin’s life, from his noble beginnings to his retreat...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Burial Hill located in Plymouth, Massachusetts, uncovering the history and eerie lore of Burial Hill. Once a colonial fort, this historic cemetery is the resting place for Mayflower passengers and Plymouth Colony founders. The Grim dives into tales of resilience, sacrifice, and tragedy, including the mysterious Pukwudgie of Wampanoag legend, chilling haunt...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Prazeres Cemetery located in Lisbon, Portugal, that stands as a unique blend of history, art, and eerie beauty. As one of Lisbon’s most significant cemeteries, it serves as the final resting place for many of Portugal’s prominent figures, including renowned poets, political leaders, and cultural icons. The cemetery’s grand mausoleums, intricate sculptures,...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering Rookwood Cemetery located in Sydney Australia. Spanning over 300 hectares, Rookwood is the largest cemetery in the Southern Hemisphere and the world’s largest still-operating Victorian-era cemetery. Established in 1867, it has been the final resting place for over 900,000 people from all walks of life. Rookwood Cemetery is divided into sections for differe...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering eerie Capuchin Catacombs located in Palermo, Sicily—home to one of the world’s largest collections of mummies. Originally part of the Capuchin Friary, the catacombs became famous for their preserved bodies, starting with the accidental mummification of monks in the 16th century. Over time, Palermo’s elite sought to be mummified, turning the catacombs into...

The Grim is opening the gate and entering the rich history and cultural significance of Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in Oaxaca, Mexico. While many prepare for Halloween in the U.S., families in Oaxaca honor their deceased loved ones with vibrant celebrations. Discover the origins of this beautiful tradition, which intertwines Indigenous customs with Catholic influences from the Spanish con...