Ghosts & Legends of South Carolina

Explore ghosts, legends and lore from South Carolina's past!

Explore ghosts, legends and lore from South Carolina's past!

South Carolina's Most Haunted | From the Sky

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There's a plethora of stories revolving around the world of the unknown in South Carolina. From the ghost pirates of Charleston to the lizard man of the swamps, this state has been the perfect place...
History of Halloween | Palmetto Scene

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Costumes, candy, haunted houses, and ghost stories...everything we think of when it comes to Halloween, but it wasn’t always this way. We take a look at how this spooky holiday has transformed over...
Dixon's Gold Coin | Walter Edgar's Journal
Episode 7

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Before the Hunley was found, Lieutenant George Dixon’s gold coin was just considered a legend. Dr. Maria Jacobsen tells the story and significance behind Lt. Dixon’s coin, and shares her excitement...
Lesson 22
Episode 22

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In this episode, a ghostly caretaker enters a cemetery where he talks to the viewers and tells them some familiar ghost stories from South Carolina literature. While he is talking, visions appear to...
Georgetown
Episode 4

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Captain Sandy of Georgetown recalls his paranormal encounter with the ghost of Annie, a benevolent spirit who warns sailors off the coast of Georgetown of an oncoming storm. Seeing her is a sign to...
Lady on the Bridge | Eye on the Past

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Ghost story about the ghost of the lady who hitch-hikes rides with unsuspecting travelers on the bridge over the Wateree River in the swamps near Stateburg.