Walking through the downtown square of Jackson is a jarring experience of déjà vu . This is the skeletal structure of Hawkins. The Butts County Probate Court serves as the Hawkins Library. The aging storefronts, the feel of the pavement, and the small-town architecture act as a time capsule.
Drive to the edge of your town. Is there a facility surrounded by chain-link fences with razor wire on top? Are there signs that read "No Trespassing: U.S. Property"? This is your Hawkins Lab. While the real Department of Energy isn't running psychic experiments (probably), these buildings retain a certain vibe . Sit across the street at 3:00 AM and watch the gates. Do you see men in black suits with earpieces? Are there underground ventilation shafts spewing steam that smells like sulfur? You don't need to break in. If you are meant to find it, the gate will swing open for you. Searching for- Stranger Things in-
— A fellow fan who’s still waiting for Season 5 Walking through the downtown square of Jackson is