The One Urban Legend In Georgia That May Just Be The Scariest Story In History
Let’s be honest — Georgia has some pretty intense urban legends. When you have a state with so much history, it’s hard not to. Between Savannah, Andersonville Cemetery, Lake Lanier and many more, Georgia ranks pretty high when it comes to scary stories and spooky legends. But this one urban legend may just be the scariest in the state’s history.
Everyone usually thinks the scariest story to come out of Milledgeville involves Central State Prison.
Serving as the official governor’s home for many years, there were reports of hauntings that occurred within the premises during that time and ever since.
There are even multiple reports of aromatic smells coming from the kitchen on many different occasions, one time burnt potatoes so strong that the fire department was called.
Some might say it’s just an urban legend while others know it to be true. What do you think? Do you think the Old Governor’s Mansion in Milledgeville is haunted? Now a museum, you can visit and see for yourself: 120 S Clarke St, Milledgeville, GA 31061. While a beautiful and historical tour of the grounds, there still may be some scary stuff lurking in the background.
A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
