Mark Twain Manor/Gibson House

Constructed in 1855 for Dr. William Gibson, a physician, world traveler, and entrepreneur. Added to the National Register of Historical Places 1 December 1978 (reference number 78002430). A restaurant was later added, named in honor of Mark Twain, who shared a close friendship with Dr. Gibson, after meeting on a trip abroad. (Dr. Gibson is "the doctor" referenced in Twain's novel "Innocence Abroad".) A secret room lies between the first and second floor. This room is believed to have been used to help slaves flee to Canada as part of the underground railroad. Tunnels also lead from the carriage house on the property to the near by Shenango River. The house is also believed by some to be haunted. Among others, bride-to-be, Victoria was to marry in the house but on her way there, a horrible storm spooked her horses, causing her carriage to overturn, killing her. Her ghost, according to legend, still haunts Gibson House on stormy nights, when lavender can me smelled.