The Whitney Redux

History Goes Bump: Ghost Tours For The Mind · Jun 2, 2026 · 19m

In Detroit, Michigan sits a grand home with a gabled roof, arched windows and a beautiful rose hue emanates from the facade. This upscale dining establishment was once the David Whitney House and is known today simply as The Whitney. David Whitney, Jr. was such a successful lumber baron that people would remark that he was "the man who could out-lumber Paul Bunyan." He was one of the wealthiest men in America and he would leave his mark in Detroit in a very positive way. Some believe his spirit remains in the home he had built. There could be other ghosts here too. Join us as we explore the…