The castle was a home for orphans and widows until 1942 when the US military took over and used it as a rehab center for injured troops. The Pythian Castle in Springfield, MO is one of the most haunted places in the area. Grab a few of your bravest friends and head out on this Southern Missouri haunted bucket list for the ultimate spooky experience! Pythian Castle in Springfield, MO Haunted locales, mystifying stories, and paranormal mysteries await at these paranormal places.