The Story Behind These Haunted Ruins In Mississippi Is Truly Creepy
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published October 28, 2020
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
Haunted and historic often go hand in hand – and that’s definitely the case with the Windsor Ruins. One of the state’s most sought after sites, the ruins are frequented by locals and tourists alike. However, unbeknownst to many, it’s not only the living roaming the grounds of the famous ruins. Take a look:
The Windsor Ruins are tucked away in the tiny town of Port Gibson.
According to local lore, the property is haunted by the ghost of a Union soldier who was killed in the doorway of Windsor during the Civil War. Smith Coffee Daniell II, Windsor’s owner, is also said to haunt the grounds. According to one report, a visitor saw a man in period clothing, assumed it was a re-enactor, and approached to ask some questions about Windsor. However, as he got close, the "re-enactor" turned toward the man, smiled, and faded away.
The strange happenings don’t end there, though. It’s said that on some nights, sounds of a long-ago party can be heard.
Something else you won’t learn from the signage is that the Daniell family cemetery sits just a short distance from the ruins.
For more information on Windsor Ruins, call the Mississippi Department of Archives and History (MDAH) at (601) 576-6952. You can also check out the MDAH website.
So, did you know about the Windsor Ruins’ haunting past? Ever experienced anything firsthand? Tell us in the comments section.
This isn’t the only haunted historic site in the state. Read about another here.
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