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Join me on a captivating 40-minute walk through the trails of Pilgrim Psychiatric Center and Mason General Hospital in Deer Park New York on Beautiful Long Island. As we explore, I’ll share intriguing history and uncover the few remaining pieces of evidence from these once-prominent sites. Learn about the staggering population of Pilgrim State, key historical facts like Helen Keller's visit in the 1940s, and the dark history of thousands who died from lobotomies and medical experiments. Discover how this hospital became a refuge for soldiers returning from war with PTSD and shell shock. Hear about the voices that once roamed the halls and the secret tunnel that carried patients and their secrets. This journey offers a glimpse into the hidden history right in our own neighborhood. Perfect for history buffs, urban explorers, or anyone looking to appreciate the past. Don't miss this unique adventure into Long Island's rich history!

History Lesson:
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, once the world's largest hospital, had a population reaching over 14,000 patients. Established in 1931, it became infamous for its controversial treatments, including lobotomies and medical experiments, which led to the deaths of thousands. In the 1940s, Helen Keller visited the hospital, bringing attention to its conditions. During and after WWII, the hospital served as a treatment center for soldiers suffering from PTSD and shell shock. The halls echoed with the voices of those who lived there, and a secret tunnel beneath the hospital carried patients and hidden stories. Today, only remnants of this once bustling center remain, offering clues to its haunting past.

EDGEWOOD STATE FOREST:
https://dec.ny.gov/places/edgewood-oa...

Wikipedia entry on Pilgrim State:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pilgrim...

Pilgrim State Psychiatric Center and lobotomies:
https://www.villagevoice.com/the-scar...

Friends of Edgewood-Oak Brush Plains:
https://www.denisbyrne.com/edgehist2....

Pilgrim State
https://web.archive.org/web/201203300...