Charleston’s paranormal past

Ghost stories in Charleston, SC

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Do you dare enter the dungeon? | Photo by @ellekhaye_

Happy Halloween, Charlestonians. Over the years, we’ve told bone-chilling stories from around the Lowcountry, and today we’re sharing our favorites.

Remember: Some of these stories are merely tall tales, others include historical facts, and all make for a spine-tingling read for the holiday.

🕯️ Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon | Downtown Charleston

Flashback to 1771: The Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon is completed. British forces transform the bottom floor into a military prison during the American Revolution.

This local landmark is home to several haunting tales, including that of Colonel Isaac Hayne, who was charged with treason, sentenced to death + held in the dungeon before being hanged in 1781.

Today, the building serves as a museum. Some of the brave souls who have toured the dungeon believe to have sensed Isaac’s spirit, hearing screams and the sounds of shackles.

🕯️ The Lights of Ravenel | Ravenel, SC

It’s New Year’s Eve in 1889, and three young men are walking home when they stop near railroad tracks to watch the moon and are suddenly killed in a collision.

The men are said to be buried at a baptist church near the railroad and haunt Ravenel. According to legend, their spirits can be spotted in the form of three bright lights.

It is believed that if you knock three times on the doors of the church and say “We want to see the lights” three times, you may glimpse the lights approaching.

🕯️ Secessionville Hollows | James Island

Tower Battery, later known as Fort Lamar on James Island, was attacked by Union troops in the spring of 1862.

When all was said and done, 150 bodies lay scattered across the land along with almost 900 casualties. The Battle of Secessionville was the only attempt during the Civil War to capture Charleston by land.

There have been reports of paranormal sounds in the early morning from James Island residents + visitors — including the metallic clicking of cannons and the splashes of fleeing soldiers.

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Monday, October 31

Breast Cancer Awareness Trivia | Mon., Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-8 p.m. | Otranto Road Library, 2261 Otranto Road, North Charleston | Free | Test your knowledge during trivia and be rewarded with a sweet treat.
Harold’s Cabin Halloween Bar | Mon., Oct. 31 - Sat., Nov. 5 | 4 p.m. | Harold’s Cabin, 247 Congress St., Charleston | Free | Harold’s Cabin is hosting a Halloween-themed pop-up upstairs and on the rooftop.
Nightshades | Mon., Oct. 31 | 6-9 p.m. | The Pour House, 1977 Maybank Hwy., Charleston | Free | Enjoy two sets of 100% improvised psychedelic tunes on the deck stage.

Tuesday, November 1

International Piano Series: Avery Gagliano | Tue., Nov. 1 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Sottile Theatre, 44 George Street, Charleston | $30, free for students | Award-winning musician Avery Gagliano will perform during the College of Charleston International Piano Series.

Wednesday, November 2

Awendaw Green Barn Jam | Wed., Nov. 2 | 5:50-10 p.m. | Sewee Outpost, 4853 U.S. 17 North, Awendaw | $10.00 | Join Awendaw Green every Wednesday at the Barn Jam, an outdoor concert event featuring five different bands performing original music each week.

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Try This: Reset mind + body at Synchronicity wellness center

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Walking in, we were met with a gorgeous landscape and warm, sunny day in the Holy City. | Photo by CHStoday

Hey, Charleston, Lexa here. 👋 I’m constantly seeking out ways to get in some more “me time” — to recharge my battery by leaving the hustle and bustle behind. I know I’m not alone.

That’s why I was so excited to snag a day pass to Synchronicity, a health and wellness center in Mount Pleasant that focuses on resetting the mind and body. Rest assured, this is the place to be for some well-deserved R+R.

What we tried:

Synchronicity’s goal is to promote mental wellbeing through physical experiences, nutrition programs, and community-based challenges. I tapped into some physical experiences with six wellness stations. Each station is curated to specific goals — luckily, I got to experience a little bit of everything:

Cryotherapy: To energize + decrease pain and inflammation
Infrared sauna: To detox + decrease muscle and joint tension
Normatec compression: To increase circulation + decrease pain and inflammation
Massage chairs: To improve sleep + decrease stress and anxiety
Salt chamber: To relieve sinus + allergy symptoms and improve psoriasis and eczema
Cold plunge: To revitalize body and mind + decrease systemic inflammation

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Weather

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Sunrise + sunset

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Tide

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Open

Downtown Charleston has a new bar. Frontier Lounge is now open in the former location of Mynt night club + this 1970s-style dive bar features cold beer and live music. Visit the new digs at 135 Calhoun St. Cheers. 🍻

Civic

Charleston County Council has announced vacancies in several of its boards and commissions. Applications will be accepted through Mon., Nov. 21. A full list of boards and commissions is available here.

Today is

Halloween, and Charleston has no shortage of opportunities for your haunted Monday plans. Looking at these eerie events, we’re ready to hit the town. Or, grab your coziest blanket and watch some of these scary movies filmed in CHS. 🎃

Arts

Daniel Island is hosting its first-ever Waterfront Art Show and Festival on Sat., Nov. 19 from 12-5 p.m. The event at Waterfront Park will showcase the work of 15 local artists followed by an evening City Lights Harbor Cruise. Check it out at 101 River Landing Dr. 🚢

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Mini Crossword: Halloween edition

CHStoday Mini Crossword: Halloween edition

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Stay for a spell and play a puzzle. | Crossword via crosswordlabs.com

This mini crossword will test your knowledge of ghosts and eerie tales in the Holy City. We’ll give you a hint + it’s up to you to piece together the mystery. Hint: Use clues from the local ghost stories above.

Across:
2. What can be found below ground on East Bay Street?
3. According to legend, what approaches when you knock on the church doors in Ravenel?

Down:
1. What lay motionless across the ground after the Battle of Secessionville?

Use the button below to fill in the puzzle. Let us know how it went and share any thoughts or suggestions on mini crosswords. Keep scrolling for the answer key in the Wrap.

COMPLETE THE CROSSWORD

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Tatum.

Editor’s pick: Before you go, let’s take a look at some creepy content we’ve covered this month to celebrate Halloween.

🦇 Learn all about Bat Appreciation Month
🧁 Dig into Charleston’s fall menu
🍸 Take a tour of Harold’s Cabin Halloween Bar

Mini crossword answer key:
1. Bodies
2. Dungeon
3. Three lights

Enjoy the last day of October, Charlestonians. See you in November.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Read about the Charleston Literary Festival, here.

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