Haunted Places In Tennessee
Haunted Places In Tennessee.
The Volunteer State, Tennessee, is known for its whiskey, bustling country music, BBQ and beautiful scenery. Tennessee is also full of haunted tales, legends and ghostly historical stories. Here is a list of 10 Tennessee’s haunted places to visit on Halloween or while you are around.
Bell Witch Cave, Adams
According to legends, when the Bell family cheated Kate Batts in a land purchase, she swore on her deathbed that she would haunt them. It is said; John and his daughter Betsy were beaten, poked, scratched, slapped, prodded, kicked, and choked by Kate. They reported hearing unexplainable noises, stones being dropped on the floor, dragging chains, moaning, etc. John Bell died of a mysterious illness. Many believe the witch poisoned him.
Two Rivers Mansion, Nashville
The Two Rivers Mansion and its surrounding property are said to be haunted by the ghosts of deceased Native Americans, Civil War soldiers, and McGavock family members. It is said, the remains of at least 100 Native Americans were found during its construction. According to legends, “Lady in Black” or female apparition of Lula McGavock wanders the home and the nearby golf course. .
Carnton Mansion, Franklin
The Carnton Mansion was used as a hospital for Confederate Soldiers during the Civil War. A graveyard of 1700 soldiers sits nearby, where the dead were hastily buried after the battle. Many soldiers who died but never departed during a battle are alleged to haunt the site. Visitors reported seeing apparitions of a young boy named Tod, soldiers in uniform walking about the property and a woman in a long gown.
Hermitage Hotel, Nashville
Opened in 1910, the world-class Hermitage Hotel is said to be haunted by a crying baby, especially Room 912. It is believed that a baby fell from a window on the 9th floor. Guests have reported hearing a baby crying all through the night, despite no presence of any child. Staff and visitors reported paranormal activities like doors opening on their own, chairs being pulled out from the tables, the elevators running by themselves, and even wine bottles tipping over.
Earnestine & Hazel's, Memphis
Earnestine & Hazel's location in Memphis has reputedly been the site of 13 deaths. In the late 1800s, it was built as a church, later it became a pharmacy store, then an old jazz café and brothel before it became a bar. Phantom piano music has been heard coming from the upper floor, and the jukebox plays by itself. It is said, while talking about James Brown, the unplugged jukebox began playing “I Feel Good.”
Union Station Hotel, Nashville
Union Station, built in 1900 as Nashville’s a railway station, was abandoned in 1979. It was reopened as a hotel in 1986. The several permanent ghostly residents include a young woman named Abigail and a few restless spirits of passengers who died in the deadliest train wreck in 1918. Abigail is seen roaming the halls, still waiting for her love to step off the train. It is also believed she has taken residence in Room 711 because it has a great view of the train tracks below.
Orpheum Theatre, Memphis
The Orpheum Theatre in Memphis is said to be haunted by the ghost of a small girl “Mary” who was killed in a car accident in front of the theater. According to witnesses, they saw a little girl, braided brown hair and a white dress. Staff and performers have seen a shy girl in a school uniform sitting in a side box on the mezzanine.
The Delta Queen, Chattanooga
The steamboat, Delta Queen, now a “hotel” in permanent dock in Chattanooga, is said to be haunted by the ghost of sea captain, Mary Greene. Both crew and passengers reported seeing Mary’s ghost many times. It is said Mary seems to be where she’s needed, sometimes being benevolent and kind, while at other times the stern, business-like captain.
Loretta Lynn Ranch, Hurricane Mills
The home of Loretta Lynn is said to be haunted by the apparitions of restless spirits of Confederate soldiers, the woman in white, and a former owner of the estate. The woman in white is said to be “Beula Anderson”, who after the death of her newborn son, died twelve days later from grief. Visitors witnessed her crying and wringing her hands. Loretta herself admits bizarre things have happened during her time living in the home.
Shiloh National Park, Shiloh
The Battle of Shiloh was among the worst of the entire Civil War. 23,000 casualties made it the bloodiest battle in American history. Even today, visitors hear drumming, voices, footsteps and gunshots. People have seen the pond at Shiloh National Park turn blood red on different occasions. It is said, in the same pond, in which wounded soldiers and horses once cleaned their wounds.
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