Annabelle Doll Goes on U.S. Tour: Why the Haunted Icon Is Traveling Across America
The real-life haunted Annabelle doll, made famous by The Conjuring films, is now traveling across the United States as part of a spine-chilling exhibit called “Devils on the Run.” The tour is being organized by the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR), founded by legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren.
Why Is Annabelle on Tour?
The tour kicked off in May 2025 and aims to:
Raise funds to reopen the Warren Occult Museum, which houses Annabelle and other haunted objects.
Offer fans a rare chance to see the actual doll outside her usual sealed glass case.
Promote awareness of paranormal history.
What Is “Devils on the Run”?
“Devils on the Run” is a nationwide exhibition bringing haunted objects—including Annabelle—to historic, allegedly haunted locations like prisons, inns, and mansions. Visitors experience:
Paranormal lectures by experts.
Live ghost hunts.
Close-up views of infamous haunted artifacts.
Events in places like Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, have already sold out due to high demand.
The True Story of Annabelle
Unlike the porcelain version in movies, the real Annabelle is a Raggedy Ann doll. In the 1970s, nurses reported strange events surrounding the doll. The Warrens believed a demonic entity was using the doll to manipulate and terrify its owners.
Annabelle has since been kept in a glass case blessed by priests. Her reputation as one of the most haunted objects in the world continues to grow.
Recent Controversy
Social media recently exploded with rumors of Annabelle going missing during the tour. Some even linked it to a fire at the Nottoway Plantation in Louisiana. However, NESPR staff confirmed via video that Annabelle is safe and the rumors are false.
Viral Buzz
The tour has generated viral buzz on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Attendees are sharing photos, videos, and personal reactions, making Annabelle once again a trending topic in the horror and paranormal communities.
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