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About the Guest: Stacey Williams-Ng

Stacey is a versatile visual artist whose work ranges from intricate, palm-sized images on cards, to fleeting temporary chalk art, to breathtaking, three-story-tall murals. She’s also a self-proclaimed rabid ancestry buff. Craving a better way to communicate with the spirits of her ancestors from the American South, she created the Southern Gothic Oracle deck. And, after researching how to publish an oracle deck, she realized that the best way to keep the printing local and the quality tip-top would be to found her own publishing company. Thus was born La Panthere Studio, a hub for indie oracle card decks and other uncommon divination tools.

Stacey has been interviewed by other media, including MemphisVoyager and Radio Milwaukee. She is a frequent speaker at events like Staarcon.

Find out more about Stacey’s artwork at her website, staceywilliamsng.com. Her most recent oracle deck, Roses, Dust & Ashes, won “Best Indie Deck of 2023” by the World Divination Association. That’s the deck that comes in a coffin-shaped box with a velvet pillow! You can shop for your next ancestor communication oracle deck at La Panthere Studio. For updates, follow the oracle deck publishing company on IG @lapantherestudio. Or you can follow Stacey specifically @southerngothicoracle.

Communicating with Ancestors

Pop quiz time! What tarot cards would you use to communicate the message “your great uncle Filbur buried a box of gold coins under the big red oak at the edge of the woods”?

Even if you’re able to cobble together an answer, this quiz isn’t for you. It’s for the ancestral spirit of your great aunt. What’s that? She never learned to read tarot cards?

Hmm…sounds like you might need an oracle deck.

What is an Oracle Deck?

An oracle deck is a divination tool made of cards with images (and sometimes words) that represent different concepts. Unlike tarot cards, the meaning of each oracle card is usually somewhat intuitive. Depending on the oracle deck, interpreting these cards might also be easier for beginners to learn than tarot.

They might also make more sense to the ancestors you’re trying to communicate with. The Southern Gothic Oracle is based on traditional imagery and legend from the American South. Stacey designed it that way so that her ancestors—most recently American Southerners—could communicate with her in symbols they were familiar with.

How to Use an Oracle Deck for Ancestor Communication

• Choose your oracle deck; there are many out there! If you’re wondering how to choose, just remember Stacey’s epiphany. Talk to your ancestors in a language they’ll understand.
• Queue up your oracle deck playlist. Stacey actually created a playlist to use while reading the Southern Gothic Oracle Cards.
• Do whatever it is you do to juice up your mojo: gather your coven, cast a circle, take a deep breath, stuff like that.
• Address your ancestors. You might be interested in speaking with a specific ancestor, but Stacey tells us this path is a little misguided. After all, the ancestor you are trying to summon might not be available. Better to ask for a volunteer.
• Can’t figure out which ancestor is communicating with you? Use a family tree and a divination pendulum to quickly get a name. In today’s episode, Stacey shared her journey of figuring out she was communicating with her great grandmother Angela. Fortunately, Angela basically smacked her in the head with the information.

Ghost Hunting with a Spirit Box App

Stacey also told us a ghost story about her séance at a grand Victorian mansion in the Mississippi Delta. Built in 1890’s, the huge house is currently an AirBnB that sleeps 18. Stacey and some friends got to spend the night in the haunted mansion, all alone. There, they encountered an entity who might have been named Doreen. Maybe. After all, they were relying on information from one of those notoriously hokey ghost hunting apps.

Is the Ghost Hunting App Real or Fake?

It was difficult for Stacey to put her faith in the spirit box app that evening. Especially after it started spouting nonsense that seemed planted to freak out tweens at a slumber party. Then, the messages started to change; started to make sense and form a cohesive story.

Stacey’s conclusion from this experience was a revelation. Even if a ghost hunting app is programmed to give fake answers, why couldn’t an actual spirit take it over to offer real communication?

How Do You Communicate With Your Ancestors?

So now we want to hear from you, Hainted Loves! Submit your true ghost story here, and you could be a guest on a future episode of Homespun Haints! What were the best spooky experiences you’ve had with a ghost-hunting app? Has any ghost detector convinced you that it can really work to talk to the dead? Have you been able to use divination tools like a spirit box app or an oracle deck for ancestor communication? How did you determine which ancestor was communicating with you, and did you find out any juicy family secrets? Be careful who you summon, because when you’re a spooky witch practicing divination in the Bible Belt, you’re just asking for a spooky day!

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Haunted places in Tri-Cities Appalachia

The Broad River Inn in Chimney Rock, NC

You may recognize Chimney Rock from the film “The Last of the Mohicans.” This inn provides a picturesque setting along the Rocky Broad River, in Western North Carolina. In addition to quaint and cozy rooms with separate balconies, the property includes a restaurant and a miniature golf course. We didn’t notice an elevator, so ask about accessibility at booking.

This inn is good for travelers to the area who would like to stay somewhere more rural and peaceful than the city of Asheville. Or, for those who’d like to potentially witness some mild paranormal activity in an otherwise cozy setting.​ You can visit the Broad River Inn website here.

Is The Broad River Inn Haunted?

One employee said she experiences fleeting amnesia and disorientation every time she passes through a particular area. Two of our friends had a similar experience in the hallway outside room number 4. They both remembered a full length mirror hanging on the wall where the odd disorientation occurred. Strangely, those of us who didn’t have that experience recall a painting hanging on that wall, rather than a mirror. Perhaps relatedly, the spot where the inn is now used to be a stage coach stop. Both inns and travel stops are liminal spaces. This location followed the trend of liminal spaces being haunted by phantoms that come and go, instead of consistent characters.

In a one-off paranormal event in this inn, an employee told us of a water leak in the bar’s ceiling. Water appeared to be dripping from room number 3. Except when she went to investigate, she found nothing wet in the room above. When she returned downstairs, the leak had vanished.

All five of us had dreams about being in the rooms we were actually sleeping in. This differs from our normal dreams, which usually take place in random locations that have nothing to do with where our sleeping bodies lie.

Chimney Rock is also the location of another very haunted inn. Becky’s family has stayed at the haunted Lake Lure Inn since this episode, where her son had an even more intense ghostly experience.

The Nickerson Snead House in Glade Spring, VA

Originally constructed as a two-room log cabin by Francis Kincannon, the house served as a fort during the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War in the mid 18th century. In 1835, Dr. Snead acquired the property, expanding it into an Antebellum mansion. Because of the gradual expansions of the property, inside rooms feature exterior windows and exposed brick and log walls. The incongruity creates an overall sense of disorientation, that really helps amplify the haunted vibe. The house also functioned as a Civil War hospital. As such, its tiny, creepy cellar was used as a morgue during the war.

Over the years, the property changed hands several times. The Mason family owned it from the late 1800s until the 1980s. Ronda Caudill, recent guest on our podcast, transformed it into a museum in 2004. Today, the museum is a delightfully goth menagerie of arcane oddities, intriguing antiques, and goofy Halloween decorations.

The Nickerson Snead House Museum hosts a variety of events. Festivals, séances, and paranormal investigations happen on a regular basis. At Halloween, the real haunted house becomes a haunted attraction. Ronda recently opened the house to overnight guests as a haunted B&B. Becky, Diana, and friends had the honor of being the first overnight guests in the newly opened B&B!

Is The Nickerson Snead House Haunted?

Uhhhh, that’s a resounding “hell yes”! Deaths on the property include a young boy who was kicked by a horse, and two 1-year-old babies named William. The property was a fort that saw combat, and later became a surgery, so surely soldiers perished there as well. Investigators have captured images of several entities on the property. Repeat guests include Dr. and Betsy Sneed, Josephine, and Douglas, as well as a few unnamed children and soldiers.

Perhaps most creepily, Becky had a prophetic dream about this house long before seeing it in person. She tells us about it in this episode. Listen to Ronda tell Becky and Diana all about the ghosts at the Nickerson Snead House:

For more details and events at the Nickerson Snead House, please visit their official website here.

The Exchange Place in Kingsport, TN

Becky volunteered at this historic landmark when she was much younger. We pet a donkey, and saw some nekkid sheep. Initially part of a land grant given in 1750, it was developed by John Gaines post-1812 as a hub on the Old Stage Road for trading goods and currency. Later owned by the Preston family, the property was a significant local economic center until after the Civil War.

Today, the Exchange Place in Kingsport, Tennessee, is a living history farm that illustrates Appalachian life during the 1830s-1850s. It operates as a museum, and a meeting space for quilters and weavers, including educational programs and events. For more details or to plan a visit, see their official site: Exchange Place.

Is The Exchange Place Haunted?

People see the apparition of Aunt El, previous resident of the house before it became a historical landmark. We actually received a tour of the property by a descendent of Aunt El. We’ll let you know on Patreon what we find when we listen for EVPs!

The Deery Inn in Blountville, TN

Originally the building was a post office and general store on the Great Stage Road. The Deery also served as a key inn during the 19th century, hosting historical figures including Presidents Andrew Jackson, James K. Polk, and Andrew Johnson. During the Civil War, the inn was spared from destruction in the Battle of Blountville through strategic bribery by Gideon Cates. Today, it functions as a museum, managed by the Sullivan County Historical Preservation Association.

Plan a visit at the Deery Inn on the Historic Sullivan site or read about it on the Tennessee Vacation website. And while you’re there, do head across the street to the Ralph Blizzard Fiddling Museum. They have a neato display where you can visualize exactly how different sound waves are generated by the body of a violin. I won’t give away the whole plot here…let’s just say there was A LOT of glitter in that two room cabin.

Is The Deery Inn Haunted?

Ronda has investigated there, and found quite a bit of evidence that yes, the Deery Inn is haunted. While we were there, a bellows apparently moved on its own, according to one docent. We hope to do some paranormal investigating there someday. Until then, if you have any information about the ghosts of the Deery Inn, please get in touch to tell us about them!

The Historic Utopian Town of Rugby, TN

Founded in 1880 by British author Thomas Hughes, Rugby, Tennessee, was established as a utopian community for the younger sons of English gentry. It aimed to create a class-free society focused on agriculture and Christian values. Despite early struggles with disease and fires, Rugby is preserved as a historic site that showcases Victorian-era fronteering life. Historic Rugby, Inc., offers tours, lodging, and cultural events, maintaining an educational focus. For more information, visit the Historic Rugby website. Our friends at History, Highways, and Haunts, LLC, do the nighttime paranormal tours in Rugby.

If you visit, we recommend printing out a paper map. It sure is remote!

Is Historic Rugby Haunted?

Becky and Diana got the most intelligent responses and objective findings they’ve ever found on a paranormal investigation. We also got to play with a new ghost hunting toy—er, tool. This ghost trip wire allowed us to have the most comprehensive and interactive conversation we’ve ever had with a ghost. We’ll be posting the ghost evidence that we caught on our recordings and cameras over on our Patreon soon.

The Old Scott County Jail in Huntsville, TN

The 1904 Scott County Jail originally held about 50 inmates above and the jailer’s family below. 1922 saw the addition of a third floor for maximum security prisoners. Because of safety violations, a new jail was opened in the 1960s, but then the old jail had to be reopened due to inconvenient escapes from the new facility. The old jail permanently closed in 2008, following the construction of a modern justice center.

Today, it stands as a museum operated by History, Highways, and Haunts, LLC. Our friends Miranda Young and Kristy Sumner run the company. They offer tours that explore the jail’s history, paranormal activities, and architecture, reflecting its legacy on the National Register of Historic Places in Appalachia.​ Book a tour at the Historic Scott County Jail here. Or, plan a more comprehensive trip to Scott County here.

Is The Old Scott County Jail Haunted?

The Old Scott County Jail is indeed quite haunted. We encountered some intriguing paranormal activity there ourselves. Listen to Kristy and Miranda tell Becky and Diana all about the ghosts at the Old Scott County Jail and Rugby.

Thanks for following along on our paranormal Appalachian road trip!

If you missed our posts this time around, they’re archived over at our Patreon page. What are your favorite haunts in Appalachia for road trips? Let’s chat on our Facebook Group all about how to have a spooky day there!

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In this episode, Becky muses about her upcoming trip to Kingsport for a funeral, and why she chose to stay in a historically haunted hotel. The trip brings back memories of haunted locations she’s heard about on previous road trips.

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Appalachian Slang and Quirks

Ever the etymologist, Diana challenges Becky to see if she’s familiar with some of the more unusual Appalachian phrases and slang terms. We delve into the authenticity and meanings of these unique expressions.

Do you know what any of these slang terms mean? Does your family use any of these Appalachian euphemisms?

• Airish
• Mushmellon
• Startin’ to Turn
• Tater Hole
• Sigogglin’
• Boomer
• Dope
• Ballhootin’
• She-balsam and he-balsam
• Pig in a Poke
• Whistle Pig
• Long Sweetenin’ and Short Sweetenin’
• Comefluttered
• Can See to Can’t See
• Zonies Alive!
• Eh, Law!
• Painter

Comefluttered yet? Well sure, ya gotta listen to the episode to hear what they mean! Or at least, what they probably mean. Some of these were apparently from deeper into the mountains than even Becky hails from. If you have any favorite Appalachian slang that we missed, or if we mis-translated a phrase you use fluently, tell us about it in our discussion on Facebook.

East Tennessee Legends

The Appalachian region is home to numerous fantastical legends that have been passed down through generations. In this section, we delight and horrify your auditory flesh windows with four distinct spooky legends. Each one holds a unique place in the lore that Becky grew up with.

Roaring Fork Nature Motor Trail

The Roaring Fork Motor Trail, nestled in the heart of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, carries more than just the sound of its rushing streams; it echoes with tales of the supernatural. If you drive along the trail, chances are you’ll be overwhelmed by the scenic beauty of the area. And, you might just also see a ghost.

The Spirit of Lucy

In 1909, a fire engulfed a cabin in the area of the Roaring Fork river, claiming the life of a young woman named Lucy. Since then, travelers have reported sightings of a young girl wandering the trails, especially in winter, as if reenacting her untimely demise. Wrapped in a white nightgown, with no shoes, and appearing inexplicably warm in the biting cold, Lucy’s spirit has become a somber reminder of the area’s tragic past.

Briceville’s Coal Creek War and Dick Drummond’s Ghost

Briceville, Tennessee, is a place where history and hauntings intertwine. The Coal Creek War of 1891, a significant labor uprising in Tennessee’s mining history, sets the backdrop for the town’s ghost stories.

The Tale of Dick Drummond

Among the many souls affected by the war was Richard “Dick” Drummond, a soldier turned miner. During the uprising, Drummond reportedly killed one of the soldiers sent to quell the feud. Of course, Drummond wasn’t the only one, but for some reason, one of the militiamen decided to execute him without a trial. Some say the executioner took a shine to the same lady that Drummond was courting. The real reason is lost to history.

What we do know, however, is that the militiaman strung Drummond to the steel beams of a nearby bridge and left him to die by the elements. Now known as Drummond Bridge, this liminal space still holds Dick’s spirit hostage. Legend has it that to encounter Drummond’s ghost, one must cross the bridge at night, ideally dressed as a soldier from the late 19th century. Those who have dared to do so report an eerie silence and a sense of foreboding enveloping the bridge.

Netherland Inn Road

On her way to her haunted accommodations, Becky makes a detour down Netherland Inn Road to swing by Rotherwood Mansion. You already know all about the story of Rowena Ross from our previous coverage. But there’s another haunting on this road that might be new to you.

The cautionary tale of Hugh Hamblen

According to local lore, Hugh Hamblen tragically lost his life in a car accident while crossing this road to his waiting vehicle, enveloped in thick fog. Since that fateful night, drivers have reported the chilling sight of Hamblen’s ghost along the side of the haunted highway. Wavering in the dense mist, Hugh’s spirit seems to be warning motorists of the perilous road conditions that claimed his life. His spectral figure, often seen frantically waving his arms as if to caution the living, is the embodiment of a cautionary tale of just how risky driving in the fog deep in the mountains can be.

The Haunting of Sensabaugh Tunnel

The Sensabaugh Tunnel, located close to Kingsport, Tennessee, is busting with supernatural legends. This seemingly unassuming tunnel also holds a reputation for being one of the most haunted places in the East Tennessee region. You’ll recall that one of our previous guests also talked about the legends of Sensabaugh Tunnel.

The most prevalent legend associated with the Sensabaugh Tunnel involves its namesake, Edward Sensabaugh. The story narrates a tragic incident of the Sensabaugh family hosting a homeless man in their home. The man ends up to be untrustworthy, but the family found out too late. Caught stealing the Sensabaughs’ belongings, the man grabs the only leverage in arms reach: the baby. In a dreadful turn of events, he drowns Edward’s baby daughter in the tunnel. The sad event left a lasting imprint. Visitors today speak of hearing a baby’s cry and Edward’s ghostly footsteps echoing through the tunnel. If one turns off their car engine inside the tunnel, it may refuse to start again. Many travelers in this uncomfortable position report the feeling of being watched.

What’s your favorite Appalachian legend?

Each of these East Tennessee legends, from Roaring Fork’s sorrowful ghost to Bryceville’s echoes of labor strife and the sad happenings of Sensabaugh Tunnel, illustrates the Appalachian region’s deep connection with the supernatural. These stories continue to captivate and haunt those who are bold enough to go ballhootin’ down these historic paths.

Follow along on our Patreon to witness our upcoming Appalachian road trip, at the beginning of May, 2024. While you’re there, why not stay a spell? Members get fresh, hot, and steamy exclusive bonus content every week, and access to all episodes ad-free.

And as always, if you have a spooky legend, either from East Tennessee or from your own neck of the woods, drop us a line. You might hear your voice on the next episode of Homespun Haints, and we can all have a spooky day!

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About the Guests: Kristy of Soul Sisters Paranormal and Miranda the Ghost Biker

We first interviewed Kristy Sumner in 2020, in one of our best paranormal podcast episodes about haunted jailhouses in the South. Back then, she was doing paranormal investigations in and around Ocala, FL. While she is still a part of Soul Sisters Paranormal, she has relocated to East Tennessee. Follow Soul Sisters Paranormal on their Instagram or Facebook page, and don’t miss their YouTube coverage of investigations.

Kristy now works with with Ghost Biker Miranda, another paranormal investigator we previously interviewed about the phantom monk of East Tennessee. Visit her website at ghostbikerexplorations.com. Then follow her on YouTube for coverage of her investigations and interviews (she even interviewed us), and Facebook of Instagram for updates and events.

Since we last interviewed them, Kristy and Miranda have started leading public overnight paranormal investigations at the historic Scott County Jail in East Tennessee. They also do daytime tours, focused on historical preservation. Find more details on their collaborations through History, Highways, and Haunts, LLC here. Book a tour of the jail here, and don’t miss the escape room in a genuine maximum security prison wing!

They also host the nighttime ghost walks in Rugby together now. Check Facebook for Rugby ghost tour information and special events.

Paranormal Investigations in East Tennessee with History, Highways, and Haunts, LLC

Kristy and Miranda still do paranormal investigations all over East Tennessee and beyond, but nowadays they are focused on two specific locations. We can’t blame them, as some of their findings at these places are truly out of this world.

Historic Village of Rugby

In the 1880s, Thomas Hughes founded Rugby, Tennessee, as a groundbreaking experiment in community living. This agricultural commune aimed to create a class-free sanctuary for England’s “second sons,” e.g. the younger brothers of heirs. These backup heirs grew up in opulence, but inherited none of it, making their adult lives seem rather pointless.

Situated in the scenic Cumberland Plateau and leveraging the newly built Cincinnati-Southern Railroad, Rugby quickly attracted residents from both Britain and America. Hughes had a vision of a cooperative, cultured society. Soon after formation, when the town was still basically just tents, Rugby boasted a theater company and a literary society, Kristy tells us.

But winter was coming. One of the worst winters in the plateau’s history. The previously well-to-do new residents of Rugby began to think they may have made a mistake focusing on cultural activities instead of the realities and hardships of the fronteering life. The community’s growth stagnated, as the number of people leaving was roughly equivalent to those arriving. Still, Hughes continued to invest over the decade that the commune thrived, eventually creating a loveable little village, with 60 adorable Victorian buildings and several diverse residents.

When the Tabard Inn burned in 1889, it took with it one of the main economic drivers of the town. Many of the 500 settlers left. A few families stayed, however, and the town persisted. Today, it stands as a historic site, with some of the 14 original structures open to tourists.

The Paranormal Activity of Rugby Village in East Tennessee

Kristy and Miranda suspect that many Rugby residents loved the town so much, they never wanted to leave. They catch more photographs of ghosts here than anywhere they’ve ever investigated before.

And it’s not just ghosts haunting the village. Miranda and Kristy have seen some inexplicable oddities in Rugby, including:

• A distant, large, glowing rectangle, like a monolith, or perhaps a door?
• Slashes appeared 9 feet up a pole, just outside of the house they were investigating at the time…was it a bear, or a Bigfoot? Black bears in the region would typically scratch about 5 feet up, or 7 if reaching. Squatches, though…who’s to say?
• Mysterious healing waters.
• A glowing humanoid figure walking across a driveway, captured by a video doorbell. It certainly wasn’t any of the town’s residents. Could it be extraterrestrial?

Paranormal enthusiasts save the date: Rugby hosts an expanded haunted attraction called Ghostly Gathering the last 2 Saturdays of October.

Historic Scott County Jail

The haunted Old Scott County Jail is one of the oldest buildings in the area, dating back to 1904. Throughout most of its century-long history, the jail actively housed about 50 inmates. The jail closed in 2008, following the opening of the Scott County Justice Center.

In 2021, Kristy and Miranda re-opened the jail as a museum. It is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. They are dedicated to preserving the history of this East Tennessee landmark, in addition to supporting paranormal investigations there.

The Hauntings of Scott County Jail

Since beginning restoration, a worrisome number of metal shivs and razors have been discovered, purportedly hidden in nooks and crannies by former inmates. Fascinatingly, upon putting these blades on a table and leaving for the night, the blades disappeared, never to be found again. According to Kristy, even laying your scissors on the table and leaving the room is a risky prospect. What are all these spectral inmates going to do with the real shivs they’re collecting?

Then again, Miranda tells us the spirits haunting the jail are overall jovial and friendly. The team believes its the way the living interact with the dead there. They advise visitors to have fun with the spirits, and to avoid interrogating or antagonizing them. Singing or playing a musical instrument will often generate a swell of interactive paranormal activity, which these East Tennessee investigators observe indirectly through various tools. One memorable investigation, someone brought a fart machine for the ghosts to interact with. While none of the spirits took them up on the offer to press the button, they did capture a flatulent EVP, indicating that the ghosts knew exactly what they were getting at. Did the call and response farting indicate the ghosts’ heartfelt approval? We’d like to think so.

Have you witnessed anything paranormal in East Tennessee?

Yet another mysterious tale in our series on East Tennessee legends and paranormal Appalachia! Could it get any weirder? You tell us! Submit your story here to be featured on the next episode of Homespun Haints Podcast…we look forward to sharing a spooky day with you!

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About the Guest: Anne Mason of Jonesborough, TN

Anne G’Fellers-Mason is the current program director of the McKinney House, formerly with the Heritage Alliance of of Northeast Tennessee & Southwest Virginia. She co-authored the book Haints and Hollers: New Ghost Tales from Appalachia, available on Amazon. She’s even familiar with Woolly Days, featured in Becky’s hilarious childhood summer camp story, Magic in Appalachia (or Shearer Terror). In this interview she shares true ghost stories about several haunted locations in and around Jonesborough, TN.

Haunted Places In Jonesborough Mentioned in Anne’s Ghost Stories

The Chester Inn

The Chester Inn is a historic site housing the Heritage Alliance of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. It’s also the oldest commercial building in Jonesborough, built in 1797. It is now a museum that offers tours to the public. But it was once a haunted apartment building that Anne’s grandparents lived in.

The inn has a spooky reputation, attracting the attention of paranormal investigators. The inn has been the subject of several paranormal investigations. These include events open to the public where participants can join in the investigation led by professional teams.

The McKinney House

This current art museum started its life as a segregated schoolhouse: the historic Booker T. Washington School (not the one Diana is an alumnus of), which was built in 1939. In 2010, the Town of Jonesborough decided to restore the school. Today, it houses the Mary B. Martin Program for the Arts and is also available for special events.

The transformation of the McKinney Center into a community arts center marks an important part of Jonesborough history. For more information, you can visit the Town of Jonesborough website.

Duncan House

The Duncan House was built in the 1840s. It is a historic site that now houses the Heritage Alliance of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. The Alliance preserves the architectural, historical, and cultural heritage of the region. For more information, you can explore the Washington County, Tennessee Department of Records Management and Archives website here.

Anne heard footsteps on the stairs for years while working in this grand old house. Then, they mysteriously stopped. Did the spirit move on, or did he just decide to stay downstairs from then on?

The Mars Hill Theater (not in Jonesborough)

The Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre (SART) is the professional theatre company of Owen Theatre in Mars Hill, North Carolina. This theatre produces a range of plays since 1974, many of which highlight the heritage of Southern Appalachia.

Anne helped SRS Paranormal investigate this haunted theater. For more information about the theater and its productions, you can visit the SART website.

Jonesborough Stories About Ghosts and Graveyards

A Play in the Graveyard

Anne wrote an original, research-based play called “A Spot on the Hill.” Fascinatingly, you can watch it in the Old Jonesborough haunted cemetery every October. This theatrical experience narrates the stories of individuals interred in the cemetery, how they came to Jonesborough, and their fates.

The play is presented among the headstones of the actual cemetery, providing an immersive, spooky, and historically rich experience. The proceeds from ticket sales are used for tombstone restoration and preservation in the Old Jonesborough Cemetery. For more information and ticket details, you can visit the Heritage Alliance website.

The Jonesborough Cholera Pit

Anne tells us of a new development in old history. Just last year, a significant historical discovery was made by cemetery volunteer “Graveyard” Gordon Edwards. Edwards used GPR technology to locate a long-rumored mass grave from the cholera epidemic of 1873. This epidemic claimed around 35 residents of Jonesborough in a span of a month. Edwards’ research on the victims led him to a specific section of the Old Jonesborough Cemetery. His findings suggest the presence of a mass grave, potentially containing 15-20 individuals.

This discovery is an important piece in understanding the town’s history and the impact of the cholera epidemic. The Heritage Alliance of Northeast Tennessee & Southwest Virginia provides more details on this discovery on their website.

Do you work in a haunted historical building?

We still believe that working in a haunted place is the best way to reliably encounter a spirit. Even if you never hear or see them, you can be sure the ghosts are constantly gossiping about you. And like Anne, maybe say “hi” to the spirits when you get to work every day, just in case. You never know who you’ll inspire to have a spooky day!

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Episode Summary

When Amy asked if there were enough ghosts in Chattanooga, TN, to open a ghost tour company there, the answer was a resounding “yes!” By some accounts, Chattanooga is one of the most haunted cities in the US, right behind the big shots like Savannah and New Orleans.

About the Guest: Amy Petulla of Chattanooga Ghost Tours

Amy is the founder and owner of Chattanooga Ghost Tours, which can be found at chattanoogaghosttours.com. She’s also an author of nonfiction books on the paranormal, including Haunted Chattanooga (Haunted America) and The Ghostly Tales of Chattanooga (Spooky America). She also wrote a true crime book about The Corpsewood Manor Murders in North Georgia. Keep up with her on IG, FB, Pinterest or check out her shop if you’re local to Chattanooga.

The Story that was too Scary to Tell

What was the cursed object that caused so much trouble for Amy? Who wrapped it in pentagrams? What on earth did it do that made Amy too nervous to ever speak of it again? You’ll have to read about it on Amy’s blog because, frankly, we’re too terrified to talk about it, too.

Why Are Ghosts So Territorial?

We don’t always get responses back from the other side when we seek them out. But when we do, doesn’t it seem like way too often those responses are akin to an adamant “get out”?

Diana’s theory is that, with all the energy it takes for a ghost to communicate, they must reeeeally want to get their point across. Think of what you’d say if you had to put in triathlon-level effort just to communicate a few words? That high-effort communication is less likely to be something helpful like “I’m the ghost of 35 year old Sarah Jane” and much more likely to be whatever is truly weighing on the spirit’s mind.

Or perhaps, ghosts experience us the same way we experience them, like in (I don’t know if a spoiler warning is warranted for a movie that’s old enough to be sold as a vintage item on Etsy, but here it is) The Others. When the ghost sees us, perhaps we scare them so much they want to banish us. In which case, we suppose turnabout is fair play

Brown’s Tavern and Ferry, a stop on the Chattanooga Ghost Tour

John Brown was a 19th century Chattanooga businessman. He owned several local businesses at the time, including an inn and a ferry boat. The story goes, Brown would schmooze it up with travelling merchants that passed through, offering them a place to stay upon their return journey. When the merchant came back through town, they’d spend the night in Brown’s Tavern, and shockingly often, they’d skip town in the morning without paying their tab.

The townsfolk idolized Brown as a good Samaritan when he refused to prosecute the dine-and-dashers. Until, that is, they discovered a nearby underwater mass body dump site that was suspiciously also full of merchant wagons. Turns out Brown knew exactly which of those merchants was stacked with cash upon their return from trading their goods. And, based on the stories of his descendants and the supernatural communication in the location, Brown got them wasted at the tavern, snuck into the room they rented from him (which he obviously had the keys to) and allegedly murdered them in their sleep. Then, he’d presumably drive their now empty wagon with their corpse inside onto his ferry boat, take it out a ways, and dump the evidence.

Can A Ghost Disappear From A Digital Photograph?

Amy tells us of a digital spirit photograph she took which clearly showed an ephemeral figure she thought might be a ghost. She didn’t take this digital photograph in Chattanooga, or even on a ghost tour, but on a trip to Florida to visit Robert the Doll. When she inadvertently captured the silvery figure on camera, she showed it around to the excited docents, who asked her to send them a copy for their collection. But when she went to retrieve the photo off her camera roll, the silvery figure—that everyone had witnessed—was completely missing from the photo. What wizardry is this? Was the corroboration some sort of mass hysteria? Have we ever heard a justification for a paranormal phenomena more condescending than mass hysteria?

According to fstoppers.com, digital photographs (of ghosts and anything else) do actually degrade. JPEGs are lossy formats, meaning the file loses a little bit of data every time you save it, even if you didn’t change anything in the file. According to the author, saving the file just 5-6 times is enough to cause a visible difference in the image quality.

HOWEVER, as our resident digital content expert Becky explains, that’s still not enough reason for the image to go black. Amy did not save and re-save the file. So, how did the image just disappear?

Have you ever had something that was clearly in a photo strangely disappear from that photo, while on a Chattanooga ghost tour or otherwise?

What do you think? File quality loss, or digital photographs of real ghosts? Join us in the discussion on our Facebook group. Either way, just the realization you took a photo of a real ghost probably means you’re having a spooky day.

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You’re not afraid of the dark, are you? All those things you feared as a child—the weird shape in the corner, the strange sounds at night, the stories you shared with your friends at sleepovers—they’re all just a result of a vivid imagination.

But what if they’re not? Today, we speak with podcaster Ella Catherine about the strange things she encountered in her small town childhood home. What do you think it was she was seeing? Listen and decide for yourself.

About our Guest: Ella Catherine

Ella grew up just a little hop away from Becky’s old stomping grounds in Eastern Tennessee, and grew up with the same love of listening to ghost stories and urban legends. We had the pleasure of meeting Ella on our recent trip to Nashville.

Ella is the creator and host of the podcast For Better Self and Net Worth, for which she interviewed Becky. Follow her on IG @evolvewithella and her TikTok at @kiddinthekitchen

Episode References

Urban legends about the haunted Sensabaugh Tunnel in Eastern Tennessee

Becky and Ella bonded over the creepy urban legends surrounding their small towns in Eastern Tennessee. One of the most popular East Tennessee legends has to do with the Sensabaugh Tunnel in Kingsport, TN. According to much of the internet, the Sensabaugh Tunnel is one of the most haunted tunnels in the world. There are various stories about why it is so haunted. Most of the stories have to do with a baby that was drowned in the creek, either by a kidnapper or his own father.

The urban legend goes as follows. If you drive your car into the tunnel and cut the engine, you’ll hear the quiet cries of a baby. Your car may not start again, and if you glance in your mirrors, you’ll see Mr. Sensabaugh approaching your car from behind. Not until he’s almost at your car will your engine start again, so you can peel out of the tunnel and get some clean pants.

Haunted Martha Washington Inn in Abingdon

While Kingsport is in East Tennessee, it is actually closer to the western point of Virginia (which has plenty of its own hauntings and urban legends) than it is to the bigger well-known cities in its own state. Seeing as it’s part of the Appalachian Mountain range, perhaps it shares more culturally as well. The Martha Washington Inn in Abingdon, VA might just be one of the most haunted places in Virginia. Read more about the phantom horse of a Civil War soldier, indelible blood stain, human remains bricked into the walls, and other ghost stories of the Martha Washington Inn here.

Haunted Allendale Mansion in East TN and the Urban Legend of Long Dog

Another spooky place in Kingsport, TN, is the Allendale Mansion. The owners gifted this property to the town in the 1960’s. Today you can visit the grounds for a picnic, or even go fishing there. Or you can wait until after the sun sets, and take a ghost tour of the historic home.

Hopefully you won’t encounter Long Dog; a not-exactly werewolf-like creature people have seen the area for over a century. Not that shocking, considering its proximity to the Rotherwood Mansion and that property’s own infamous hellhound. By the way, we recorded the legend of Long Dog, as told by Becky’s ancestors, complete with sound effects, courtesy of Diana. (Editor’s note: Long Dog is a nice guy whereas the hellhound of Rotherwood is not.)

Bonus Ghost Tour of San Diego

Ella talks about the spooky places she got to visit on this haunted tour of San Diego, CA. She toured the oldest pub in San Diego, the Davis Horton House, Hotel del Coronado, and even a haunted candy store. We hope to bring you a review of this and many other ghost tours soon in our Most Haunted series.

We love bringing you stories about the hauntings and urban legends of East Tennessee!

After all, it was the ghost stories of her hometown there that drove Becky to create the madness that is Homespun Haints. We are gradually collecting ghost stories from all over the world. But it’s nice when things come full circle back to this isolated, spooky region.

Until next time, have a spooky day!

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New Orleans Legends

Legends are born from truth, and lore has origins in history. Over time, friendly ghosts become sinister, warnings become curses, and the swamp swallows up the truth. Today, we speak with Brandon from Southern Gothic, who, along with his sister Brianne, goes to great lengths to find the real history behind some of America’s most bizarre legends. Oftentimes the real history is stranger than the lore.

About the guest: Brandon Schexnayder of Southern Gothic

Brandon and his sister Bryanne were born in New Orleans. The siblings’ parents dragged them along on their hunt for obscure genealogy long before anything could be Googled. As children, their eyes couldn’t roll hard enough at their parents’ obsession with scouring cemeteries and library archives for tiny pieces of their ancestry puzzle.

As the internet opened up access to more obscure history, the siblings decided it was their turn to research and tell stories. They dig deep into the history, legends, and true crime stories of the American South on their podcast Southern Gothic.

Bryanne is a professional archivist, which is evident in the rich detail and historical accuracy of their stories. At the time of this interview, she’s just been published in Feminine Macabre Anthologies Volume III. Brandon is a lifelong audio engineer, which is evident from the incredible sound of their podcast. He moved to Franklin, TN and worked in Music Row recording studios, helping artists like George Strait, Dolly Parton, and Lee Ann Womack make their albums.

More ways to experience Southern Gothic

Becky and Diana came soooo close to getting a ghost tour of Franklin, TN, from Brandon when we visited Nashville in 2022, but sadly it wasn’t in the cards (stupid storm). If you play your cards right, you can catch him as a guide for some of the spookier offerings by Franklin Walking Tours. Keep up with Brandon and Southern Gothic on FB/IG @southerngothicmedia or on Twitter @SoGoPodcast.

Southern Gothic will also be at the following.

• Haunted America Con, June 24-25, 2022 in Alton, IL.
• Dark History and Horror Con, August 19-20, 2022 in Champaign, IL.
• True Crime Podcast Festival, August 26-28, 2022 in Dallas, TX.

The Voodoo Curse of Julia Brown: one of New Orleans’ fascinating legends

Brandon starts this episode of New Orleans legends with a lovingly curated story of Julia Brown. While Brandon has told this story on his podcast, Bryanne is continually unearthing more information.

The basic story you might have heard: Julia Bernard was born into slavery around 1845. She and her husband Celestin Brown lived in the southeastern Louisiana swamp town of Frenier.

What’s that, you say? You’ve never heard of Frenier? Well, that’s no surprise, considering Julia put a voodoo curse on the whole town, resulting in it being wiped off the map by a classic category 4 New Orleans hurricane on the very day the town gathered for her funeral.

…or did she?

Who was this folklore figure, in real life? How has her reputation morphed over the past century? Also, how did this highly-valued local healer, midwife, mother, and farmer get the reputation of a wicked Voodoo priestess? (And by The Weather Channel, of all sources!)

Julia Brown’s story

Julia Brown (born Julia Bernard) lived in Frenier, a small farming community in St. John the Baptist Parish, near Lake Pontchartrain. The man she married, Celestin Brown, received a plot of land there for his service in the Civil War. The community of Frenier was mostly German immigrants, and its economy was based largely on exporting sauerkraut to Chicago.

Julia Brown was not just a New Orleans legend, but a real person, confirmed in census records and articles from the Times-Picayune. She was a sort of folk healer; a nice lady who used her meager resources to help her neighbors when she could. She also held a reputation for practicing voodoo. We get the feeling that this was similar to the way Appalachian Granny Women practiced healing, which, poorly understood at the time, felt like witchcraft to the local yokels.

Julia Brown, Louisiana voodoo priestess?

Whether or not Julia Brown ever intentionally practiced Voodoo or placed any curses at all is unclear. We’re guessing it was probably after one of her ungrateful white clients disrespected her yet again that she decided to leverage her wicked reputation. She began dropping salty hints that furthered her notoriety. We like to think she could’ve played many pranks on rude or ignorant locals, no doubt mostly harmless, but stealthily building clout as someone who they shouldn’t mess with.

The main thing people talk about, however, is how she began singing eerie songs on her front porch. Songs with lyrics like “One day I’m gonna die and take the whole town with me.” Knowing what we know about Southerners being casually morbid, this chipper little ditty might’ve been just a folk tune at the time, much like Ring Around the Rosie is an adorable kid’s song about an awful death from Bubonic Plague. Little did the townsfolk know, Julia Brown’s lyric was about to get a whole lot more meaningful.

The Legend of Julia Brown

Julia Brown died of old age on September 29, 1915. Her funeral was held in her home; her casket placed in the customary wooden box on her front porch. During the funeral, a massive hurricane struck, bringing in a devastating storm surge. The hurricane destroyed the Illinois Central Railroad depot (there goes the sauerkraut export business) and the entire town of Frenier, along with some other towns in the New Orleans area.

In hindsight, the superstitious townsfolk decided that Julia’s salty songs were actually a curse. They started the legend that she actually caused the disastrous September storm, and that she did so spitefully, magically, and definitely on purpose.

Was the storm really a curse? Did Julia Brown intend to curse the town with Voodoo weather magic? Either way, the perfectly-timed hurricane that left Frenier a ghost town cemented her place in local lore.

Can you visit Frenier today?

Cajun Pride Swamp Tours offers a boat ride that takes you through the cypress trees of St. John the Baptist Parish to the remains of Frenier in Manchac Swamp.

Always great to talk with another paranormal podcaster!

Brandon told us he could talk about ghosts all day. With his entrancing voice and artful prose, we could listen to him tell ghost stories all day. The Southern Gothic podcast focuses on historical accuracy and respect for its subjects. It’s also full of true mysteries about the darker side of New Orleans’ history. Pull it up on your phone next time you’ve got a campfire going and nobody has a ghost story to share.

And if you do, you’ll be sure to have have a spooky day!

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Original construction of the haunted Read House

Businessman and politician Thomas Crutchfield built the original hotel in the 1840s, and locals originally referred to the building as the Old Crutchfield House. Over time, the building expanded, and became the now famous Read House, which began operating as a hotel in 1872. In the 1920s, the building continued to grow into an opulent icon of the Roaring Twenties, and never ceased operating the entire time throughout construction. Therefore, it holds the proud title of being the longest continuously operating hotel in the southeast. Impressive! 

Okay so I know what y’all are thinking. Enough history, and get to the spooky stuff already, lady! 

The ghosts of the haunted Read House

In 1927, a young, beautiful woman named Annalisa Netherly checked into room 311. Legend has it her husband caught her with another man. He flew into a jealous rage and slit her throat so violently that he almost severed her head from her body. However, because this happened so long ago, there are numerous rumors of alternate ways Annalisa may have died. Some say she was a prostitute murdered by a jilted lover or even that she died of a broken heart. The fact remains she did indeed perish in room 311.

Since her death, many guests have described paranormal experiences in room 311. Many guests see shadowy figures out of the corners of their eyes, lights flickering, unexplained cold breezes and water running. Quite a few guests also report they feel like they’re being watched. Ick! She apparently doesn’t like men, especially those that smell like cigarette or cigar smoke. The Read House refers to Annalisa as their resident spirit and gives tours of room 311 upon request. 

An infamous guest

But that’s not all that happened in room 311! Oh yes, there’s more. My sister-in-law took a tour of the room while she was staying at the Read House and the tour guide told them that just four years after the brutal murder of Annalisa, Al Capone stayed in that exact room while awaiting sentencing for his federal trial. They even put bars on the window in case he attempted to escape the feds. The hotel removed these bars in 2004 during yet another renovation. 

How to tour the ghost’s room at the haunted Read House

Tours of the Read House are available upon request. A tour guide leads you around room 311, explaining the gruesome history of the infamous room. Guests may photograph all areas of the room during the tour, which boasts original pieces from the 1920s. The most popular place to photograph is the vintage claw foot tub, which is allegedly the location Annalisa’s brutalized corpse was discovered. (At least that made cleanup a breeze?)

If traveling to Chattanooga isn’t in the cards for you right now, you can also tour the room virtually!

The Read House celebrates its 150th anniversary this year, and the hotel will offer room discounts and dining credits if you’re interested in staying. Maybe just ask for a ghost-free room? Or not. I know some of y’all would love to stay in room 311 and try to make contact with Annalisa. If you do, be sure to let me know what she has to say!

Update on 7/11/22: Becky spent the night at the Read House; hear her first-hand account of the haunting here.

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The rural, mountainous roads through northeast Tennessee can be both beautiful and terrifying. Curves jump out at you from the darkness; the road signs ominously warn of falling rocks and steep grades. And you don’t see another human being for miles.

During the day, the drive is equally sublime. The landscape is dotted with occasional farmhouses, churches, and old general stores. The mountains appear like hundreds of giants poking their heads up from under a vast blanket of trees—old, silent, and secretive.

This is the setting for the Historic Scott County Jail, which friends Miranda Young and Dr. Kristy Sumner recently leased to preserve the jail’s history and offer paranormal tours. Despite the building’s rural setting, accessing the jail—which is in the small and historic town of Huntsville, Tennessee—is relatively easy. It lies about an hour north of Knoxville, two hours north of Chattanooga, two and a half hours east of Nashville, and two and a half hours south of Lexington. I drove four hours from north Atlanta so I could experience the history and ghosts of this jail firsthand.

(And my husband called me constantly along the way, letting me know what a nut I was for wanting to do this and when would I turn around and come home. Well, he’s the nut for not wanting to explore a haunted jail at night.)

History of the Jail

The jail itself was built in 1904; however, before its construction, lawmen conducted executions and trials on the land where the jail now sits. Constructed of stone, the surprisingly beautiful structure sits three stories high and ends with a crenellated wall, giving it the appearance of a small castle. Kristy and Miranda reconstructed the jail’s history into an exhibit located in what would have been the sheriff’s living quarters years ago. Visitors can study the well-researched timeline that Miranda has put together, as well as confiscated items from prisoners, letters, and other jail memorabilia.

After I closed myself into this little room to do my business, I learned that these drunk tanks are some of the most haunted places in the entire jail.

The sheriff and his family lived on the first floor of the jail. In addition to the sheriff’s living quarters and workspace, the first floor contains several drunk tanks (which were painted Pepto-Bismol pink in their heyday). The drunk tanks could and did serve as isolation cells when necessary. Today, they are painted white and serve as the museum’s bathroom facilities. These rooms were the first thing I visited after my drive. And of course, after I closed myself into this little room to do my business, I learned that these drunk tanks are some of the most haunted places in the entire jail.

On the second floor sit several communal cells, which at times held as many as fifteen people each. Some of the rooms held women; some held men. The third floor contains the higher security cell blocks, again divided by gender. As we explored these areas, strange creaks and sounds jumped at me from every corner, making me wonder which sounds were the building, and which sounds were the ghosts.

Visiting the jail (and seeing the ghosts)

While history buffs can visit the jail just to learn a little bit about history (see ticket options below), I opted for the public ghost hunt, and invited my friend Katie of Lady Teal’s Curios to accompany. As I arrived, Miranda and Kristy greeted me with warm tea and introduced me to the others we’d be investigating with. Our group consisted of six: Miranda, Kristy, Katie, myself, and two other enthusiastic women who were veterans of the tour.

They’ve witnessed pictures flying off the walls, and they’ve heard footsteps on the staircase when they’re alone in the building. And yet, they are not afraid. They are merely intrigued, and they want to learn more.

The caretakers of the jail, Miranda and Kristy, are professional paranormal investigators themselves. Miranda Young’s Tennessee-based company, Ghost Biker Explorations, is a world-recognized web series exploring the history and hauntings of various locations, and Dr. Kristy Sumner is the founder of Soul Sisters Paranormal, a professional paranormal investigation and tourism team. As you can imagine, both women also have very prestigious careers in other areas as well; Miranda has 21 years experience in design, communications and marketing, and Kristy used to be a professor at two different colleges. How cool is that?

Haunted Jail Hospitality

As you can imagine, getting to spend time in this jail with these ladies was a top-notch experience. Miranda and Kristy began by giving us a detailed tour of the jail. Then, they shared some of the creepier things they’ve experienced within its walls. For instance, Miranda and Kristy have both noticed sharp objects going missing without any explanation; they’ve heard humming and whispers and felt unseen hands touch their shoulders. They’ve witnessed pictures flying off the walls, and they’ve heard footsteps on the staircase when they’re alone in the building. And yet, they are not afraid. They are merely intrigued, and they want to learn more.

We heard people whispering behind us when no one was there, we heard footsteps on the stairs when the stairwell was empty, we caught things on tape. Yeah, I’d say we talked to ghosts. It was freaking incredible.

After learning about the jail’s history and where the paranormal hotspots are, our hosts turned out the lights and lent us investigation equipment. Also, we were allowed to use our own if we had any (I, being the most amateur of investigators, brought only my phone). Katie brought a ghost box, and those of us that used it heard strange voices answering questions in the static. The flashlights that Miranda placed in the doorways of the cells turned on and off in response to questions she presented to the ghosts. We heard people whispering behind us when no one was there, we heard footsteps on the stairs when the stairwell was empty, we caught things on tape. Yeah, I’d say we talked to ghosts. It was freaking incredible.

Solo Investigation Time

After about an hour together in complete darkness, we split up and explored on our own. And, that was when the real magic started happening. Our only lights came from the flashlights we occasionally turned on, and the streetlights streaming in through the sparse windows.

Katie and I took the upstairs maximum security cell blocks. At one point, the ghost box told me to look in another room, leaving Katie alone. When I called out that I would not separate from her, she heard someone loudly yell “No!” The cell bars behind her shook as if someone had fallen against them. As we tried to figure out what the noise was, Kristy came running up the stairs. She asked if we had just been in the stairwell. Then, she explained she heard what she thought was us running toward her in fear. But no, we had been stationary, no one had been in the stairwell. And we caught it all on tape.

After several more hours of filming, wandering around, and asking questions, we left for the evening and stayed at the nearby Grand Vista Hotel in Huntsville. The exhilarating experience left us absolutely elated.

Haunted jail hostesses for the win!

Not only did we experience some creepy feels first-hand, we did so in a warm and inviting space thanks to our delightful hosts. Kristy and Miranda are warm and friendly people who love what they do. We even took a hot cocoa break at one point. And I loved how they feature local artists in their small gift shop. Everything about the evening—from the design of the materials, the depth of the historic research, and the hospitality of the hosts—was absolutely top-notch. These ladies know how to run a business that makes you feel at home.

Kristy and Miranda are warm and friendly people who love what they do.

If the idea of an unusual and spooky experience excites you, please consider checking out the Historic Scott County Jail. I can’t recommend it highly enough.

Some things to know before you go:

Pricing

Private Paranormal Investigation: $375 for a 6.5 hour investigation for up to 8 people. $25 extra per person up to 10 people.

Guided public/private ghost hunts – $35 per person for 3 hours and up to 6 people.

Flashlight tours (kid friendly!). $20 per person for a 1.5 hour tour.

Daytime general admission history tours – $10 gen admission tickets. The jail offers senior and military discounts for $7 per person.

Location

Address: 214 Litton Covered Bridge Rd. Huntsville, TN 37756.

1 hour north of Knoxville, 2 hours north of Chattanooga, 2.5 hours east of Nashville.

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