Gilpin Hotel Casino, Black Hawk
The Gilpin Hotel Casino in Black Hawk is reportedly haunted by a female spirit named Lucille Malone, who is said to have committed suicide on the second floor of the historic building after her boyfriend died in a mining accident. Construction workers and past owners have reported hearing her voice and seeing her image within the casino. Lucille is believed to have died by suicide on the second floor of the hotel after learning of her boyfriend's death in a mining accident. Construction workers and previous owners of the building have claimed to hear Lucille's voice and see her apparition. The Gilpin building is one of the oldest structures in Black Hawk, dating back to at least 1859. It has served as a school and a hotel before opening as a casino in 1992. The building's long history and the specific tragedy surrounding Lucille contribute to its paranormal reputation.