One Of The Most Haunted Cemeteries In Alabama Is Also One Of The Most Beautiful
Here in Alabama, we most certainly have our fair share of haunted places. From houses and restaurants, to cemeteries and battle sites, you never really know where you’ll have a paranormal experience while exploring the Yellowhammer State. When it comes to cemeteries, Old Live Oak Cemetery definitely deserves a mention. Although this cemetery is believed to be haunted, it’s also quite beautiful. To learn all about Old Live Oak Cemetery, including why it’s worth a visit, take a look below.
Old Live Oak Cemetery is located in historic Selma, Alabama and is the final resting place of numerous Confederate soldiers and several prominent town members.
Founded in 1829, this cemetery is also referred to as Live Oak Cemetery and New Live Oak Cemetery. New Live Oak Cemetery is the newer portion of the cemetery.
The cemetery's most identifying feature, which also makes it one of Alabama's most beautiful cemeteries, is the Spanish moss draping from the towering oak trees.
A variety of historic features are also situated on the cemetery grounds, including statues, monuments, and more. You'll certainly learn a lot about the history of the area while visiting this historic cemetery.
Selma is considered one of Alabama's most haunted cities, so it's not surprising many people have had a paranormal experience while strolling the grounds of Old Live Oak Cemetery. There have been reports of everything from voices to footsteps. Interestingly, a lot of the paranormal activity has taken place during daylight hours.
Old Live Oak Cemetery is located on the Alabama Ghost Trail. The newer portion of the cemetery, New Live Oak Cemetery, also happens to be the final resting place of Kathryn Tucker Windham, the author of 13 Alabama Ghosts and Jeffrey. This is a popular collection of ghost stories most all of us are familiar with.
Have you ever strolled the grounds of Alabama’s Old Live Oak Cemetery in Selma? If so, did you witness any paranormal activity? Let us know in the comments below.
Jennifer is the Alabama staff writer for Only In Your State and has nearly 15 years of professional writing experience. She enjoys discovering new places and currently calls North Alabama home.
