Spirits of the Aggieland Backroads (Bryan & College Station, TX)

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Dark Downtown Bryan Texas Night

When the sun goes down in the Brazos Valley, the past starts to wake up.

The Ghosts of the Valley

While Bryan and College Station are famous for football and maroon pride, the local backroads are home to some of the most chilling urban legends in the state. From tragic industrial accidents to phantom footsteps in historic hotels, the Brazos Valley is a hotspot for those who know where to look.

🏢 The AI Engineering Building (College Station)

In 1965, worker Roy Simms met a tragic end in the basement meat lab. After accidentally severing his femoral artery, he died just steps from the elevator. Today, that room is a restroom, but students still report the elevator moving on its own and the sound of desperate screams echoing from the lower levels.

🏨 The LaSalle Hotel (Bryan)

Built in 1928, this was once the tallest building in Bryan. It has served as a social hub and a nursing home, and many believe some residents never checked out. Guests report bottles exploding in the bar for no reason and the terrifying sensation of someone tugging on their feet while they sleep.

🎭 The Schulman Theater / CPC Building (Bryan)

Though the original theater no longer stands, the site carries a dark memory of a murder involving a young employee. Students at the current Blinn campus building report hearing whispers in their ears and feeling their ankles being tugged from under study tables.

Our Pro-Tip

If you're visiting these spots, remember that the AI Building is a functioning part of the Texas A&M campus—so keep your "ghost hunting" respectful and quiet! For a more immersive experience, the bar at the LaSalle is open to the public. Grab a drink and keep an eye on the mirrors; you might see a guest from the 1930s looking back at you.

Happy Halloween, Texas. Keep your eyes on the road and your heart in the light.

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