Tennessee's Haunted Music: Ghosts of the Volunteer State | Ep. 42

In this episode of The Halloween Podcast, we’re diving into the haunted history of Tennessee, the Volunteer State. Host Lyle Perez, a Tennessee local, takes us on a journey through some of the most spine-chilling haunted locations. From eerie plantations to ghost-filled theaters, Lyle shares both history and paranormal experiences, including some personal encounters in Savannah, Tennessee. Grab your flashlight and get ready to explore ten of Tennessee’s most haunted places.

Featured Locations:

The Cherry Mansion One Cherry St., Savannah, TN 38372 Overlooking the Tennessee River, Cherry Mansion is haunted by the ghost of Mrs. Cherry and Union soldiers who roamed its halls during the Civil War. Visitors report seeing specters near the windows and hearing the sounds of medical equipment from when the mansion served as a hospital.

The Rotherwood Mansion
Rotherwood Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660
Known for the tragic spirit of Rowena Ross, who lost two fiancés before taking her own life, Rotherwood Mansion is home to her ghost, often seen in a white gown wandering near the Holston River. Many feel a deep sadness in her presence.

Shiloh National Military Park
1055 Pittsburg Landing Rd, Shiloh, TN 38376
One of the bloodiest Civil War battlefields, Shiloh is haunted by soldiers' spirits. Phantom gunfire, battle cries, and shadowy figures are frequently reported near Bloody Pond and Shiloh Church, where ghostly hymns are heard.

The Lotz House
1111 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064
During the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz House became a field hospital. Apparitions of soldiers, the sound of musket fire, and ghostly footsteps are common in this Civil War-era home, making it a favorite spot for ghost hunters.

The Orpheum Theatre
203 S Main St, Memphis, TN 38103
Famous for its ghost, Mary, a young girl who died in front of the theater, the Orpheum is alive with paranormal activity. Mary is known to playfully flick lights and interact with staff, while phantom applause echoes through the theater after shows.

Wheatlands Plantation
2506 Boyd’s Creek Hwy, Sevierville, TN 37876
This plantation is haunted by Native American spirits, children, and former owners. Visitors hear cries and laughter in the basement, while shadowy figures roam the grounds near a mass grave filled with Cherokee remains.

The Bell Witch Cave
430 Keysburg Rd, Adams, TN 37010
The Bell Witch legend began in the early 1800s with the Bell family, who were tormented by a vengeful spirit. The cave is considered a portal for the spirit, and visitors report hearing whispers and footsteps, often feeling watched by unseen eyes.

Carnton Plantation
1345 Eastern Flank Cir, Franklin, TN 37064
The site of one of the Civil War’s bloodiest battles, Carnton Plantation is haunted by Confederate soldiers and a ghostly nurse who is seen watching over the wounded. The property is also home to strange noises and disembodied cries.

Old South Pittsburg Hospital
1100 Holly Ave, South Pittsburg, TN 37380
This abandoned hospital is notorious for shadowy figures and ghostly voices. One of the most haunted rooms is Nelly’s Room, where visitors experience slamming doors and strange, unexplainable noises.

Meeman-Shelby Forest
910 Riddick Rd, Millington, TN 38053
This park is home to the terrifying legend of the Pigman, a disfigured man who roams the woods. Visitors brave enough to call his name three times by Pigman Bridge report seeing shadowy figures and hearing growls deep in the forest.

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