Orpheum Theatre: The tour began at this historic theater, known for its ghostly encounters, particularly with a young girl named Mary who is said to haunt the theater. Hearing about Mary’s tragic past and her continued presence in the theater was both chilling and intriguing.
John Alexander Austin House: Next, we visited this beautiful yet eerie house, where the guide shared stories of its haunted history and the apparitions that have been reported there.
The Pontotoc Hotel: This location has a rich history and is known for its ghostly residents. The tales of unexplained sounds and sightings added a layer of mystery to the tour.
The Green Beetle: A stop at this historic restaurant included stories of paranormal activities and ghostly sightings that have intrigued patrons for years.
South Main Sushi (Piano): This unique location featured stories about a haunted piano, adding a musical twist to the ghostly tales.
Morris Cemetery Area: This part of town is known for the discovery of several bodies during development, believed to be remnants of an old cemetery. The stories of these uncovered graves and the spirits that may still linger were particularly spine-tingling.
The Arcade Restaurant: One of Memphis's oldest restaurants, it has stories of unexplained phenomena and ghostly sightings. Hearing about the history and the paranormal activities reported here was both fascinating and spooky.
Ernestine & Hazel’s: This former brothel turned dive bar is reputed to be haunted by the spirits of its past patrons. The guide shared eerie tales of unexplained sounds and ghostly apparitions that have been reported here.
Lucky Heart (Voodoo and Hoodoo): This stop delved into the fascinating world of voodoo and hoodoo practices in Memphis, adding a cultural and mystical element to the tour.
Back to the Orpheum Theatre: We concluded the tour back at the Orpheum, bringing the experience full circle and leaving us with a deeper appreciation for Memphis's haunted history.
