7 Truly Terrifying Ghost Stories That Prove Natchez Is The Most Haunted City In Mississippi

Built in the early 1800s, Monmouth Plantation has had many occupants over the years, and one of them, General John A. Quitman, has allegedly never left. Guests of the current day bed and breakfast have reported seeing the General dressed in full uniform and inspecting the grounds. While others have reported being woken up by the General checking on them in their rooms. A terrifying wakeup call, to say the least.

Dating all the way back to the 1700s, it makes sense that the Linden Bed and Breakfast has had a lot of paranormal activity, but it doesn’t make it any less creepy! Sightings of a phantom horse-drawn carriage parked in the driveway have been reported as well as what sounds like someone tapping a cane. And, that’s not all. Two apparitions, a man and a woman, are said to haunt the property. The man is often seen in a bedroom, while the woman has been seen jumping from the roof and disappearing into thin air before hitting the ground.

As the city’s oldest standing building, King’s Tavern is rich in history – and that includes the paranormal kind. The building is believed to be haunted by several ghosts, including Madeline, the mistress of one of the tavern’s original owners. No one is sure whatever happened to Madeline, however, in the 1930s, three mummified bodies were found in the tavern’s cellar – two male and one female, which was assumed to be Madeline.

Several believe the malevolent spirit that haunts the property belongs to Wiley Harpe, the infamous outlaw. The EVP on the (creepy) video below is believed to be Wiley.

In August of 1932, Jane Surget Merrill, better known as Jennie, was found murdered in her home - a mystery that would unravel one of the strangest tales in the history of Natchez. After purchasing her home, Glenburnie, Jennie became somewhat of a recluse, only accepting visits from her cousin and suspected lover, Duncan. The two began to have issues with the neighbors, Richard Dana and Octavia Dockery, who lived in a home known as Glenwood. After Jennie’s body was discovered, police immediately suspected Richard and Octavia. When the police arrived at Glenwood to question the two they were faced with a shocking sight – the mansion was in total disarray.

The ceiling was partially caved in, windows were broken, and the home was infested with fleas, mites, and cockroaches. Chickens, geese, and goats were actually living inside the home, earning it the nickname “Goat Castle.” Eventually, Richard and Octavia were cleared of the murder and returned to their home, which they opened for tours. By 1950, the two had passed away but the tale of Goat Castle lived on. Several witnesses have reported seeing an apparition, who is believed to be Jennie seeking vengeance for her murder. Other witnesses claim that Jennie’s ghost can be heard moaning as she darts from tree to tree. The ghost of Octavia has also been spotted wandering the woods near Goat Castle; while others have reported hearing Richard play the piano.

Once a hangout for local criminals, Natchez’s “Under the Hill” area is now a popular tourist spot, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t still evil lurking around. This area of the city is thought to be home to a number of ghosts, including that of well-known outlaw, Joseph Thompson Hare. Since being hanged in 1818, several witnesses have spotted the laughing ghost of Hare, who is often accompanied by the ghost of his unfaithful mistress. Aside from Hare, several other ghosts have been seen in this area of Natchez, including a main in a military uniform, several Spanish soldiers, and outlaw John Murrel.

Longwood was occupied by the Nutt family until 1970; however, many claim the Nutt’s never left. According to reports, Haller, his wife Julia, and their children still haunt the home. Witnesses have reported seeing Julia on the staircase, while Haller has been spotted in the garden area.