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Mercy Brown (NEM) Tee

Step into one of New England’s eeriest and most fascinating legends with the Mercy Brown (NEM) Tee—a shirt inspired by one of America’s only documented “vampire” cases, rooted not in myth but in history.

In the late 1800s, Exeter, Rhode Island, was gripped by a deadly tuberculosis epidemic. When multiple members of the Brown family died of the disease, locals became convinced something supernatural was at work. After Mercy Brown’s death in 1892, villagers exhumed her body and, shocked to find it unnaturally preserved, concluded she must be feeding on her surviving brother from beyond the grave. In a grim ritual, they removed and burned her heart before mixing the ashes into a tonic for her brother to drink—a desperate attempt at a cure.

This disturbing event became the most infamous “vampire panic” in New England history, earning Mercy Brown a permanent place in American folklore. Today, her grave still attracts visitors, paranormal enthusiasts, and historians alike.

This tee is more than a shirt—it’s a conversation starter, a piece of wearable folklore connecting you to a true and chilling slice of New England history. Whether you’re a lover of legends, a mystery buff, or simply intrigued by the stranger-than-fiction stories of the past, this shirt lets you wear the tale in style.

Features:

• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction for a clean, modern fit
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping for added durability
• Lightweight and breathable with just the right stretch
• Inspired by the most famous “vampire” case in U.S. history
• A perfect gift for fans of true crime, paranormal stories, and local New England lore