Spirits at Every Turn
While Nashville is known for its joyful country music scene and famous residents, it is certainly not all glitz and glamor. Every corner of Nashville is steeped in history, but what you might not know is that many of those corners are also haunted.
One thing that Nashville does best is music and nightlife, and what’s a night out without a pub or two? In the spirit (no pun intended) of learning, join us for a Nashville Spirits and Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl to discover the history of Nashville’s most haunted watering holes.
Nashville’s Haunted History
The history of Nashville begins in 1779, when the town of Nashborough was founded and named for Revolutionary War hero Francis Nash. The name was shortened to Nashville a
few years later—it had a better ring to it.
Thanks to its proximity to the Cumberland River and the railroad, which was constructed in 1859, the town was a bustling center for commerce. It grew and prospered in the years leading up to the Civil War — and then the union came. Nashville has seen battles during the Civil War, two Cholera outbreaks that resulted in over 1000 deaths, and countless other hidden tragedies.
Modern Nashville
As far as tourism goes, the city has experienced a resurgence in the last decade, partially fueled by the ABC television show, “Nashville,” which aired from 2012 to 2018. It’s also smaller and homier than New York, Los Angeles, or Atlanta, so it’s more attractive to young artists. Alan Jackson sings about that in his 1994 song, “Gone Country.”
There’s a certain charm about Nashville. It exists somewhere between Saturday night parties and Sunday morning church, but you won’t get a feel for that charm unless you
experience it yourself.
Learn About Nashville’s Spooky Side
Nashville has a dark history that rivals any country song—from Civil War soldiers to politicians to singers, the streets, alleys, and bars are littered with lost souls sear
ching for justice. There are also lost lovers looking for loved ones along the river, in graveyards, churches, and many other places. Nashville is a city filled with a haunted history.
Hear the stories of the celebrity souls trapped in the Grand Ole Opry, continuously repeating their glory days. There are stories of musicians like Hank Williams and Patsy Cline giving far away performances. Employees have also heard doors opening and closing on their own. Sometimes doors would slam as if by their own free will. Lights will flicker, singing heard, and piano keys beginning to play in the haunted hallowed halls of the Grand Ole Opry.
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