From hotels and museums, to cemeteries and national landmarks, there's no telling where in Alabama you'll encounter a ghost. Of all the cities throughout the state, there's no denying that the city of Mobile has definitely experienced its fair share of paranormal activity, making it the most haunted city in Alabama. Listed below are nine of the most haunted places in Mobile, Alabama that prove it's the state's most haunted city.
1. Battle House Renaissance Hotel
While the Battle House Renaissance Hotel was being renovated into the luxurious hotel it is today, construction crews noticed their tools mysteriously disappearing. Also, all of the work they did disappeared as if nothing was ever done. Several guests and staff members have reported seeing strange things occur inside the hotel, including faucets and lights turning on and off by themselves. Also, there's a ghost that's been known to crash weddings in the hotel's ballroom.
Built in 1836, the historic Fort Conde Inn is Mobile's second-oldest home, in addition to it being one of the city's most haunted places. Many guests and staff members have reported the sounds of clawing near the floor. Some have even witnessed furniture moving on its own.
The USS Alabama BB-60 was the sixth ship of the U.S. Navy. Aboard this historic battleship, several people have reported hearing ghostly footsteps, strange voices, and the slamming of hatches.
4. Malaga Inn
The Malaga Inn was built in 1862 as two separate buildings. After they were connected and formed the inn, several people have witnessed the apparition of a lady pacing the balcony outside of Room #007. Inside the inn, many guests have reported seeing chandeliers swinging on their own and lights coming on and going off.
The Bragg-Mitchell Mansion is one of the most photographed buildings in Mobile, and it's also one of the city's most haunted locations. Today, this historic mansion is used as a museum and event venue. The most popular haunting that supposedly takes place here is the lady of the mansion, along with her phantom feline. This ghost cat has scared visitors ever since the 1970s. In addition to the lady of the mansion and her phantom feline, several people have also reported seeing Judge Bragg, who happens to be the mansion's original owner.
Built in 1860, the historic Richards DAR House is currently being used as a museum. Many visitors have reported the sounds of children's laughter, as well as a ghostly figure in the upstairs bedroom window. Several people believe the ghosts are Captain Richards (original owner of the house), his wife, and their children.
7. Kate Shepard House Bed and Breakfast
At the historic Kate Shepard House Bed and Breakfast, which was built in 1897, an apparition of an elderly lady is often seen roaming the halls and appearing in the guest rooms late at night. Several guests have even reported feeling a strange presence during their stay.
8. Boyington Oak - Church Street Graveyard
In the Church Street Graveyard, there's an oak tree growing from the grave belonging to a man named Charles Boyington. According to local legend, Mr. Boyington was executed for a crime he didn't commit. The moment he realized his life was about to be over, he let everyone know that an oak tree would grow from his grave to prove he was innocent. And that it did! Interestingly, many people have heard strange noises come from this tree.
9. Oakleigh
Oakleigh, which was built in 1833, is supposedly haunted by a female ghost. Many guests have actually spotted her roaming throughout the house and spending time in the parlor. Several other ghostly figures have been spotted throughout the home, in addition to the sounds of strange voices.
Have you ever encountered a ghost at any of these haunted places in Mobile, Alabama? What are some other haunted places in Mobile that you'd add to this list?
For more places in Alabama where you'll most likely spot a ghost, check out these 10 most haunted places.
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