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Hosts welcome asylum guests

Mist gathers around the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum on the West Fork River in Weston, West Virginia.

Dwarfed by its massive tower, hosts flanking the front door welcome guests to the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum.

Costumed guides lead guests through the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum.

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