Blood Manor:
America’s First Haunted House

A haunted house attraction known as Blood Manor was created in 1971 by Itsi Atkins and was originally located in Saint Mary’s County, Maryland. That Blood Manor’s success continued for over ten years and is now the subject of a new historical publication, Blood Manor America’s First Haunted House written by Itsi Atkins.

Edwin "itsi" Atkins, in 1971, created a sound and light haunted production which he named Blood Manor. The success continued until 1980 and received worldwide press and praise.

Itsi's research has not produced any evidence that the existence of a professional live action, haunted house was in operation before 1971. He believes Blood Manor is America's First Haunted House. And a major contribution to the success of the haunted house industry.