Those looking to go somewhere spooky this October can check out Doylestown’s Vampire and Paranormal Museum, founded by Edmondo Crimi, writes Isaac Avilucea for Axios Philadelphia. 

Crimi’s fascination with the paranormal began when he was 18 and took a trip to Paris. He purchased his very first vampire-killing set while there.  

As an art and history buff, Crimi began traveling across Europe, seeking out and collecting antiques. 

In 2023, he decided to put his collection on display in a museum inspired by both Van Helsing and the Vatican. 

There are eight rooms for guests to explore, featuring religious relics, voodoo boxes, Ouija boards, old vampire-killing sets and creepy dolls. There’s even a room featuring a large, ornate hearse.  

One room features a statue of a Minotaur, a half-man, half-beast creature from Greek mythology. Another space is entirely dedicated to St. Michael the Archangel.  

With his various displays, Crimi seeks to create an experience that tells a story about good and evil that will resonate with guests.  

Those interested in exploring the museum can visit from 10 AM to 5 PM from Thursday to Sunday. Tickets are $20 for adults, $8 for kids and free for children under six.  

Learn more about Edmondo Crimi’s Vampire and Paranormal Museum in Doylestown and how his fascination with the paranormal began in Axios Philadelphia. 

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