H.H. Holmes America's First Serial Killer - Site of The Murder Castle and Body Dump in Chicago 4K

[@-NateTheGreat]

"Good or bad, history is history, and you need to remember it." Well said.

[@csh43166]

VERY well said, indeed...

[@1romancatholic]

Indeed!!

[@warrencroom7621]

Do you mind if I quote u

[@brickhouse3282]

Erasing history is the worst thing you can do, I wish more young people understood that today.

[@tommcree5952]

Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. George Santayana

[@bkd001]

I absolutely love when you visit famous scenes from history and superimpose the "then" and "now" photo overlays. It really gives a great sense of how history is right under our feet, we walk by it and never know it.

[@johnhammond9962]

yes

[@jenlarge9036]

Yer I like that too.

[@woowaptibam5253]

It definitely gives you a clearer perspective!

[@Itsyaboy88]

I’m from Chicago, you still have balls of steel for taking video equipment to 63rd my man. Mad props.

[@TaDarling1]

My thoughts exactly. Englewood is dangerous area. Even HH Holmes would be scared to live in Englewood today b/c he'd be a victim!

[@alpaphoenix3252]

​@@TaDarling1Damn 😂

[@joec7388]

I was thinking the same! Takes lots of courage and real dedication to film there!

[@jamescameron6819]

I enjoy your style of a walk through history without sensationalism. Really sets you apart from so many people.

[@juliehattis]

Absolutely love how you match the photos with the area's that now stand. Gives one a perspective of what it once was. And what it use to look like. Great work Y'all. 😊👍

[@wkynes]

I tried to do the line ups with pics when I went to see what was left as well, but was kinda chased off by the cops.

[@hopalstudiosjuliehattis]

@@wkynes Oh that sucks! Their never around when ya need them though. Go figure. UGH!

[@hopalstudiosjuliehattis]

@@kurtlamprecht93 If you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything!

[@hopalstudiosjuliehattis]

@@wkynes What's your YT channel?

[@randyhankins6355]

@@kurtlamprecht93 you’re the kind of guy that reluctantly gets invited to a party, only to complain to the hosts that the ice cubes are too small

[@oliviad3114]

I live in the UK and find all this American history so fascinating!! Love this channel!!❤

[@andreamills5852]

Rumor has it, that H.H. Holmes was Jack The Ripper.

[@GilbertSyndrome]

@@andreamills5852 it's a terrible rumour.

[@operationasscrack838]

🗣️Cheerio

[@codyt821]

@@andreamills5852 nobody with any common sense believes that rumor, so many discrepancies with the theory

[@jayt4465]

If you want to read a great non-fiction novel about this read "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson. It's covers the alternating story of H. H. Holmes and the story of the preparation of the Columbian Exposition World's Fair which was kind of America's coming out party as one of the major nations in the world.

[@DangerousDevilOfficial]

You are preserving history as well. By lining up historic pictures with today’s building layouts. 75 years from now, people will use your videos to locate these things, when these buildings are gone… Mindblown!

[@charliec5449]

I like your statement, "not glorifying history", but "remembering history".

[@zaclee8200]

“You can check out anytime you like, but you can never leave “. Hum, where have I heard that before.

[@aloha_oe311]

I really love the photo comparison from the past and current location of a place. It’s fascinating looking at those area and thought about the actual cruelty that occurred in that actual spot.. It’s creepy yet fascinating.

[@desertsessions]

This is so cool. You two were in a sketchy part of town, y'know.

[@koreancardboard]

Great job on this video. Complete opposite sides of Chicago (South then North) for the two locations. Keep up ihe great work. Looking forward to a Gacy video in time.

[@MrSunDevil23]

I live in the Chicago area and I love that you have done several videos about my hometown. Keep up the good work!!

[@saulgood8229]

Wow, I've driven past 63rd & Wallace so many times and never realized I was passing by the old site of the Murder Castle. I knew it was in Englewood but never knew the exact location. Great video as usual!

[@jasonkuilan4924]

Born, raised, and still live here in Chicago. You got to love the history!

[@nevermorethinkofme]

As a Chicagoan, thank you for doing such a respectful job filming in Engelwood and interacting with the residents. This was very interesting and informative

[@srobertweiser]

I was working at a warehouse a few miles away from 63rd and Wallace when I read a small article in the Trib, sometime in the early/mid 90s about this place. Then I found out it was only half the story. I don't think it was discovered until the trial for all his other reprehensible crimes, which apparently was bigger than OJ. When they did discover the building, they found a large crematorium in the basement and a chute that ran down there from an upper floor, like a giant slide that he would drop bodies down, so he wouldn't transport them halfway across the city to dispose of them. 63rd St. is far south side, Fullerton is 2400 north, around 11 miles through the city to transport a cadaver. (fun fact, my high school was on Fullerton, twice I've lived within a stone's throw of it and for the last dozen years I lived a little over a block south of Fullerton) But about 15-20 years ago I was watching a program on WTTW about the 'Murder Castle' and the post office that was partially built on its foundation, and although I don't typically believe ghost stories, the employees were talking about some pretty freaky shit going on down in that basement. Still, I don't think I'd be as scared to go down there as I would be about fucking around in Englewood.

[@faulltw]

The look on Baby Ghoul’s face whey he says “Basically you are standing at the corner of the murder castle.” I love it!

[@jkev57i]

One of my favorite books of all time is The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson. It tells the story of H.H. Holmes and the Chicago World's Fair and is an unforgettable read. As always, loved the latest Grim Life Collective video. All of your videos are well-documented and interesting as hell to watch. Thanks, guys!

[@Ana_Phylactic365]

I agree, the book is fascinating! Erik Larson did an amazing job of bringing to life, through his vivid imagery, a wonderous fete, the Chicago Worlds Fair, and the horrific nightmare of H.H. Holmes and his murder castle 🏰.

[@Lu.G.]

Agreed! Erik Larson tells stories like nobody's business and Devil in the White City is my favorite! 🤓 Great video and commentary, Michael and Jessica - thanks so much!

[@emmymac71]

Great book. A must read for anyone interested in this story.

[@KarenRose70]

A better book about him was written by Adam Selzer. I hear Devil in the White City wasn't completely true.

[@josephwatts2904]

I just commented the same thing! Love that book, the author, and the time period in history!

[@deedee4278]

Man U have some balls I been living in the city and some places u just don’t go glad ur safe and nice video keep it up

[@angiethornton87]

Omg !!!! That video was awesome!!!! Awesome work guys!!! Big fan of Grimmlife collective !!! Keep up the good work!!!!

[@sarahjohnson8091]

I absolutely love the diversity of your channel ❤️ everything you've done so far has piqued my interest 😀

[@sarahjohnson8091]

@@kurtlamprecht93 thanks 😊

[@MRVISTA-wz7vj]

I like how she's quietly haunting the video while he's talking. just walking along silently. then she's talking and he's nowhere to be seen. unintentionally spooky😮 especially considering the topic. well done😅😅😅

[@Oceans11.11]

A government building now takes up space in what was once a torture castle, no surprise there lol. Great job Michael & Jessica. You matched up the photos perfectly and always visit these places with respect. 🖤

[@Dzanarika1]

I thought the same 😁

[@DaveAllum]

Your channel has a great vibe, which I cannot put my finger in, it’s very different to others who cover similar topics. I hadn’t seen any episodes for while but they have started popping up again in my feed, thankfully. Great work!

[@irishlew]

Hell there's probably someone living in Englewood that has more kills right now. Couldn't pay me to walk in that neighborhood, you're a brave man. Great video though.

[@islamaphobe]

That is so cool the way you align the old photo of the murder castle with the same present day area. And that bridge , perfectly done guys. I have been binge watching your vids for like 4 days now. Thank you!!!! History no matter what type it is should always be remembered and preserved, and never erased.

[@brandycynn7616]

I really enjoy learning about old history and what really happened behind it 😌

[@TheHokkaidogaijin]

What's scarier than HH Holmes is walking around Chicago trying not to get mugged!

[@rcelestefelix9299]

🤣😂😉

[@islamaphobe]

Man you got that right! What a littered hell hole that place is.

[@lauran.9427]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@will2472]

😄😆😂🤣

[@jayt4465]

There are good areas and bad areas. When he was at 63rd and Wallace in Englewood that is one of the worst areas.

[@gyges5495]

Awesome video - Absolutely love the side by side before and after photos! Very well done!

[@stephenmoerlein8470]

After reading The Devil and the White City, I went driving around the south side of Chicago looking for the site. Unfortunately, I became disoriented by the modern buildings and therefore unsuccessful (I did see the post office, however!). Thanks for posting this more detailed investigation and bringing closure to my original search!

[@randyhaight7202]

A simple google search reveals that it's at 63rd and Wallace.

[@TheFogeyGoth]

Great book!

[@robote7679]

@@TheFogeyGoth All of Larson's books are just first rate. Totally engrossing writer. Thunderstruck is another incredible tale of murder.

[@MDing13]

Great book!

[@carolyndamico2924]

That book was amazing. Great author, Erik Larson.

[@stevensardinta93]

@Grimmlifecollective , This video was AWESOME! I love walking history with you, the good or the bad, it must be remembered. Please keep matching up photos of the site from then to now. That is so fantastic. If you and Jessica had a television show I would definitely be watching. You stated Lizzie Borden in Fall River, Ma. started you on this incredible journey. This case and Lizzie actually have a connection. I am still trying to binge watch all of your videos. They fascinate me, educate me and horrify me at the same time.. You did a Lizzie Borden video from my birth city of Fall River, Ma. , another excellent video, so we can actually connect that video to this one in a macabre way. Lizzie Borden was found innocent in the summer of 1893 and spent a few weeks in Newport, RI. She wanted to go to the Chicago World's Fair so badly, some of her friends urged her to go before the fair closed so she was actually in Chicago at the World's Fair in the Fall of 1893 while H.H. Holmes was committing his horrendous murders. Two very famous murderers in the same city at the same time. Imagine that get together if they had met for tea? :-)

[@paulthompson4332]

Again, so well explained. I've never heard of H.H Holmes, but yes, where horror movies truly come to life. Well done to the both of you. One thing, are you two ever going to write a book of your adventures? I know fans such as myself would buy it

[@dutyandhumanity]

Just chanched upon this and blew my mind to realize I lived on the other side of the viaduct - the other side of the wall east of the post office. I lived there in the late 50's across the street where the Aldi's is was a old cinema movie theater that was enormous, at that time it was no longer used as for movies but was converted into a "Community" department store, similar to a budget Target etc.. the theater was called the Southtown.

[@shelleycollins9328]

I wish you two would start a Podcast! I live to listen to you tell stories and Jessica’s outlook always impresses me❤️

[@X-EvilAsh]

Omg yess!

[@Liz-cmc313]

You have become one of my top 3 favorite channels 💯❤️... It's everything I love.

[@positivelysimful1283]

I went there when I visited Chicago. My kids were teens; they thought I was nuts, but I was curious and I've always been interested in true crime and serial killers. Chilling to think of what happened there but there seems to be a more peaceful energy there now.

[@trevordinsmore2194]

I learned about Holmes quite a while ago ...back when my wife got me "into" serial killers. Just wanted to drop a little message here and let you know that you two are the shit!! And that is meant in the best possible way!! Thanks for the tons of AWESOME content!!

[@JamesLee-lk4kx]

Good stuff guys.glad you guys stayed safe,Chicago is no joke.

[@1romancatholic]

Yeah, I’m from there - Southside - & I wouldn’t go there (where you are) today. I also call it Chiraq. My friends firefighter hubby was just shot at coming home on the Dan Ryan. Truck got holes, glass blown out. Stay safe! ❤️

[@JamesLee-lk4kx]

@@1romancatholic glad he is ok.

[@robd1329]

Is Al capone still there??

[@1romancatholic]

@@robd1329 The gangs got him.

[@1romancatholic]

@@kurtlamprecht93 I’m not racist. Gangs are all colors, creepo. It shows where YOUR mind went. That was a perfectly light-hearted joke. To highlight it? SMH. Disappointed in y’all. Sorry, there ARE gangs in Chicago. Deal with it. 🙄

[@sallykohorst8803]

Saw part one as i had missed it but after another Holmes video i had to see this video. Anazing telling.😮

[@Cheyloveesbunny1993]

Oooo a new one! Just as I was finishing up the Robert L. Johnson video lol. A notification popped up about this one. I got excited!!!!🥰

[@pmimagery1295]

Thank you for this. I guess the murder castle was never going to stand the test of time.😬

[@wulf76]

The story i heard one of his victims survived and somehow managed to get to the police. But they didn't follow up on the investigation for whatever reason .When the police went to the murder castle and found the persons clothes in the basement by a furnace apparently about to be disposed of. & after the place was searched they found bones and other things buried in the floor and stored behind false walls.

[@mj.l]

stupid, incompetent cops? well i’ll be damned

[@stanleyneu]

This story always has fascinated me.

[@mhweber77]

He is buried in Yeadon, PA. In Holy Cross Cemetery. Not far from where I live.

[@rayjames6096]

Why they would bury something like that amazes me, he should have been cremated so there is no trace of his existence other than a memory.

[@SevenHunnid]

I review weed products on my KZbin channel as my job 🙏screw college

[@TheRealEMURSE]

Such nasty villains shouldnt be allowed a civilized gravesite. His remains should be uprooted and desecrated really to feel some extra shame

[@j.c.ortega1313]

Another awesome video. You guys are AWESOME!

[@katiepeterson2306]

Coming from Chicago, I heard a lot of tell about this guy. His story is absolute nightmare fuel. Hopefully you visit Bachelor's Grove! Or have visited. It's one of the most haunted areas in Chicago. I lived by there, used to go all the time. I used to also help with ghost tours.

[@kkwingnut5057]

That is an awesome video Grimm Life! I have always been intrigued by H H Holmes and I work for USPS so I wish I worked at that office so I could see the basement. Lol. Thank you!

[@cindywhite218]

Fascinating! I'm distantly related to HH Holmes 😬

[@GreatDetecting]

Where the alds store at used to be the Englewood theater and Carr's Department Store been in both. Thank you for bringing out forgotten Chicago history.

[@jerry121576]

The place is a parking lot now, but you should check out the site of where the Saint Valentine's Day massacre happened there in Chicago.

[@lady.shawn1111]

you two are just as affective as robert stack and unsolved mysteries. i am chilled to the bone ☠️ i can feel the energies... thanx!!!

[@michaelll]

That History Channel show about him tried to connect the dots between HH Holmes and Jack the Ripper. He actually spent time in London and it was all around the exact same time in the late 1800s. Could have been H H Holmes. That show had a descendant of H H Holmes, was it pretty interesting series.

[@vladimpaler9274]

I watched that and it was very interesting

[@CeriGoff]

It was a pretty detailed series and certainly made you wonder.

[@mj.l]

always seemed like a massive stretch to me, but you never know (and we’ll never know, most likely)

[@stephenmcguire338]

Different kind of killing jack sliced his victims up .h.h Holmes had a different way of killing

[@301Made]

What’s the name if the ep/show?

[@briangreen9677]

I'm always impressed with your storytelling abilities and your willingness to go onsite to show where things happened. Given your gift of storytelling, have you considered branching out to other things that qualify as Grimmlife? You live in California now, and that state is known for its gold rush and its native battles. Would you consider going out to the locations few people ever go to, to film the area and tell your viewers about what happened there? Lots of people lost their lives, and as you mentioned in this video, it's important to remember history good or bad. I think these places and the people who lost their lives there are worthy of remembrance. Regardless, you do a fantastic job. Keep up the great work!

[@1940shistorian]

The one story part of the Post Office building, to the left, uses part of the original "Castle" foundation. Over the years, some employees began to refuse to go down there. Once this was publicized, the USPS refused to let anyone down there anymore.

[@DiscoFever1970]

Chicago is so beautiful this time of year.

[@BlackCat-aka-Jewels]

I always learn something from your videos...even as a paranormal investigator, there's so much out there to explore! My husband and I have made your videos our primary entertainment....great job you two!❤️

[@lizleb8932]

Thank you for the interesting trip!

[@jasonwick]

Love the video! I think the metal building at the end is called a "quonset hut."

[@JessicaC.]

I remember hearing a couple years back ...well, maybe more than a couple of years. That Hollywood was going to make a movie with Robert Pattinson , playing H.H. Holmes in a movie.? I remember reading it in a magazine that I still have actually. I just have to dig it out. I think it is time magazine and the entire magazine was dedicated to American horror stories. If there were any time for Hollywood to make a movie about H.H. Holmes? It would be now! Wow, Y'all are brave! Going to Chicago in a bad area! All of the crime that has taken place in Chicago Is scary enough! Great video! 😊

[@ghoula_]

Chilling; thanks for the top notch content as always.

[@toninelson1956]

Wow!!! Thank you for this video. You have done your research and did an amazing job on this video. ❤️

[@thebigserb]

I love the "Grimm" history!

[@janetlieb2507]

Great video! L💙ve the lining up of shots! There was a ghost tour that visited the glass factory when it was there. When they were leaving in their bus they saw a ghost of a woman in black🌛

[@helenawarsinnak]

Brilliant job on this video!! I absolutely love the before and after photos u had included!! I truly love anything to do with history (*especially if it's creepy and dark...the darker the better lol) but you did a great job doing this video and narration!! ...I'm sure H.H.Holmes would be proud!!

[@hermanlopez2945]

Thank you for another amazing video

[@juniordavidson7279]

Yes I read about Holmes in a serial killer encyclopedia that I had . Thanks for showing us the Location where the places he resided in once stood! Love your videos!

[@mikemcdonald8387]

Dope video guys! Thank you for the amazing tour.

[@territimmerman140]

Excellent editing once again. HH Holmes murder spree began long before the Murder Castle. He was a charismatic con man who murdered men, women and children.

[@johnhammond9962]

Thank you Grimm, thank you Jessica. This one was a trip.

[@TradingCardsAndMore]

The Serial Killer I’ve always found the most interesting, can’t wait to watch this video thankyou so much!

[@knoxvillehermitfreemoviesm3625]

very great and informative video - hope to see more grisly landmarks

[@d2nasty696]

Damn I wasn't expecting this to be that good. You explained things I didn't know. Most channels just tell the story but I never knew it was torn down or that he even had another business. Great job 👍

[@artmakerforever3510]

I love old post offices, old buildings of any kind really. Just gorgeous, thanks for sharing, another winner! 💝

[@Shag471]

Please go to Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery while you are there in Chicago. 🙏🏻

[@LordRegaI]

Just discovered this channel and so far so damn good. I love it. Especially the rockabilly themed intro. Definitely subscribing.

[@rcelestefelix9299]

Thank you for the tour. Holmes was worse than anyone could imagine, as well as his greed for money. He married women for their money then killed them. One had a young daughter and when he killed her mother, he also killed the child and sold their skeletons to medical school, as he had done with other people he killed. I had read the non-fiction book "Devil in White City" by Erik Larsen that some of your commentors mention. The book details H.H. Holmes' crimes, but also describes some Chicago history, the challenges of building the 1892-1893 World's Fair (The White City) with first Ferris Wheel, the main architect of White City's fair, and the detective who hunted down Holmes. Fascinating and informative book - I recommend it.

[@andrewbecker3700]

That's a great book and very intense read. That ferris wheel and the colossal size of it was crazy.

[@scratchy1704]

Great video.Ive seen practically everything on this bloke.But this is the 1st I have seen someone go to where it was 👍

[@TongueTiedNtwisted]

Very well produced and done. Appreciate the work you guys put into this. I've always wanted to know what stands in the place of mudget's old, "murder" house/Castle. Comparing and contrasting the original with present day really made this video awesome. There's not much on the actual real site as far as information goes which is why this one was awesome. Thanks again.

[@Lylo-mj8ek]

I lived two blocks south of the "castle" back in "78" I knew it was there and would drive by and get the creeps LOL. Great vid as always. Much Love and Respect to my favorite Duo. Peace.

[@DanWick26]

I wish the Murder Castle was still standing and turned into a tourist attraction.

[@paulcooper1046]

Everything's history. Literally. Well done, buddy! Cheers, mate...💯

[@dedebones1967]

I keep hearing rumors that Steven Spielberg wants to do a movie about H.H Holmes starting Leonardo DiCaprio as this killer but it comes and goes I hope one day it comes to light

[@cuteness51308]

I would watch that! 👀

[@cakedude063]

Awesome video .. keep up the great work

[@msheline]

What an awesome video!!! This was interesting and love how you put it together. Thank you for sharing this story and showing the pictures of before. I love what you guys do finding these places. I am so appreciative.

[@clairecpdxx8862]

How exciting is history. Love these videos. Thank you.

[@DansTravels5823]

Every since I read The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson, I've wanted to visit Chicago to see those locations. I also want to see where the Fair was in relation to the Murder Castle. Excellent video as always.

[@ladyjane9980]

I loved this. Please keep them coming, I subscribed!

[@mikec912]

Great video! I worked in Englewood around 18 years ago and always stopped to think what happened there. Always thought the post office was where the mansion stood but judging by that pic, the empty lot seems correct.

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

Ugh how quickly people want forget sad / still history… gruesome as it was / fascinating to me ! Thx sharing Mr. Grimm

[@paulherbert8809]

Fantastic vlog love how you match up old images with current day images of what is still around! Really enjoy the effort you put into the history of these stories and even if a bit morbid sometimes I can’t stop tuning into your channel I’m addicted! 👍🏻

[@richardgregan2809]

🙌🙌🙌 Great Videos Keep the great work

[@moviegeek9540]

I heard Leonardo DiCaprio was supposed to play him in a movie about his life. Glad you guys stayed safe and thanks for the newest video!

[@ognyc71]

Yes I heard that as well. He definitely would be great in it

[@robertschuster3528]

@@ognyc71 I had also heard that they were considering Johnny Depp for the role.But this was before all of his personal and legal issues.

[@robd1329]

Leo did Shutter Island...id be surprised if he does do another type of movie like that

[@ognyc71]

@@robertschuster3528 Johnny Depp would be great in this role as well

[@dennismitchell5414]

This is my second time watching this and I'm sure I'll watch it again . Your channel and content are great !! 👍👍

[@karentarr8930]

You always come up with the better horror stories, ty for taking me along great vlog

[@antonioacevedo5200]

You feel the exact same exhilaration and appreciation for the history of a site that I do. I visited 63rd and Wallace to see the murder castle, but I thought the front of the castle was on Wallace. You corrected me. GREAT job and I'm happy you got out of there with your lives because that is a bad neighborhood.

[@traceydaizy]

I'm glad you did this one. I've read about this man and he was truly awful. Some of AHS 5 Hotel was based on this building.

[@troyo5245]

My new favorite channel. Great job on ur videos!!

[@JJ-eu9xf]

Great stuff, I love watching all your stories. I know it shouldn’t be my main takeaway but all that trash pisses me off. How do you let your city get and stay like that.

[@Jhoffa22_]

That's an L train, it's only 3 cities in the world with elevated train's, Here where I'm at in Philly, New York and obviously Chicago.... *GREAT VIDEO AS USUAL💯🍺