04/10/2026
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This is the Embers Tap House & 933 Speakeasy in Lockport, Illinois.
Its current name is a reflection of its history. State Street in downtown Lockport once had a great fire in the 1890s that wiped out several buildings, this building was witness to that.
It’s been various businesses throughout its time, one of which being the Towpath Hotel and Dreams Bar. In 2008, a fire broke out that left this building an empty brick shell and took the life of one resident on the top floor.
Embers Tap House rose from those ashes, and today, staff and customers alike report paranormal activity within its walls. Everything from shadow figures, orbs, disembodied voices, and the occasional poltergeist activity.
If you haven’t seen it, we did spend the night here and that episode is out now 🔥👻
📷: Dark Trix Photography LLC