A Haunting in Every State Part 1: Alabama’s 5 Most Chilling Haunted Locations
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Welcome to A Haunting in Every State, a new series from Debunking Death, where we investigate the most terrifying hauntings across America—one state at a time. Each installment will feature five eerie locations, complete with history, paranormal reports, and theories behind the hauntings. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, these chilling tales will make you think twice about what lurks in the shadows.
We begin with Alabama, a state rich in Southern folklore, tragedy, and ghostly encounters. From abandoned industrial sites to haunted cemeteries, here are Alabama’s five most infamous haunted locations.
1. Sloss Furnaces – Birmingham, AL
Once a booming iron-producing blast furnace, Sloss Furnaces is now a National Historic Landmark—and one of Alabama’s most haunted places. Workers endured horrific conditions here, with many deaths occurring due to accidents and extreme heat.
One of the most infamous figures tied to the hauntings is a former foreman known as "Slag," who allegedly drove his workers too hard and met a gruesome fate by falling into molten iron. Paranormal investigators and visitors report hearing screams, seeing shadowy figures, and feeling sudden temperature drops throughout the site.
Source:
https://www.wvtm13.com/article/sloss-furnaces-haunted-hgtv-ghost-halloween/45704773
2. The Boyington Oak – Mobile, AL
The legend of the Boyington Oak dates back to 1835 when Charles Boyington, a young man accused of murder, was executed. Before his death, he swore that a tree would grow from his grave as proof of his innocence. A massive Southern live oak now stands over his burial site.
Visitors have reported hearing whispers and seeing ghostly figures near the tree at night. Some claim they feel an eerie presence watching them, making this one of Alabama’s most unsettling supernatural locations.
Source:
https://alabamanewscenter.com/2023/10/25/5-spooky-places-to-visit-in-alabama
3. Dead Children’s Playground – Huntsville, AL
Nestled beside Maple Hill Cemetery, Huntsville’s oldest burial ground, lies a playground with a sinister reputation. Known as Dead Children's Playground, this eerie site is said to be haunted by the spirits of children buried nearby.
Visitors have reported swings moving on their own, disembodied laughter, and ghostly apparitions. Paranormal investigators believe the energy from the cemetery fuels the supernatural activity, making it one of Alabama’s most haunted outdoor locations.
Source:
https://alabamanewscenter.com/2023/10/25/5-spooky-places-to-visit-in-alabama
4. Pratt Hall at Huntingdon College – Montgomery, AL
Huntingdon College is home to one of Alabama’s most famous ghost stories—the legend of the Red Lady. According to legend, a student named Martha became increasingly isolated and depressed before taking her own life. She was last seen wearing a flowing red robe, and to this day, her ghost is said to haunt Pratt Hall, appearing as a glowing red figure.
Students and faculty have reported sudden cold spots, unexplained noises, and the sensation of being watched, making Pratt Hall a hotspot for ghostly encounters.
Source:
https://alabamanewscenter.com/2023/10/25/5-spooky-places-to-visit-in-alabama
5. Sweetwater Mansion – Florence, AL
Built in 1835, Sweetwater Mansion has long been rumored to house restless spirits. With a history that includes Civil War soldiers, mysterious deaths, and even a casket stored in an upstairs room before burial, it’s no surprise that paranormal activity is frequently reported here.
Witnesses have seen full-bodied apparitions, heard phantom footsteps, and experienced objects moving on their own. Paranormal investigation teams have captured eerie EVPs (electronic voice phenomena), further fueling the mansion’s reputation as one of Alabama’s most haunted sites.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweetwater_Mansion
Conclusion
Alabama is just the beginning of our A Haunting in Every State series. Stay tuned as Debunking Death explores terrifying tales from every corner of the United States. If you have a personal ghost story or a haunted location in your state that you think we should feature, let us know in the comments!
For more paranormal investigations, check out DebunkingDeath.blogspot.com, where we dive deep into hauntings, legends, and mysteries that defy explanation.
Next stop: Alaska!
