If you need some ghostly motivation to get into the Halloween spirit -- or even if you're already filled with it -- a trip to Fairfax County's Woodlawn Plantation might be just what the witch doctor ...

The old plantations of the American South have long been a source of fascination, fear, and mystery. These grand estates, with their wide porches, tall columns, and sprawling grounds, were once ...

WHITE CASTLE, La. - It was a dark and stormy night when I arrived at Nottoway Plantation, eager to get to my room, unaware of the ghosts. Western Louisiana was flooding. Roads were washed out, hotels ...

"The magic of the old houses of Louisiana"--Jacket. Text on verso facing each photograph. Trepagnier House, St. Charles Parish -- Ormond Plantation, St. Charles Parish -- Parlange Plantation, Pointe ...

We’ll start this with a bit of history on names and places. John Ashby, and his son, were issued several grants, more especially a 2,000-acre grant at Yadhaw, Sept. 9, 1696. The Indian name of Yadhaw ...

Historic buildings often collect urban legends over the course of their long histories. For some thrill-seekers, haunted mansions are among the most popular tourist attractions. The haunted homes ...

The "haunted" Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana is featured on a new Netflix docuseries where paranormal enthusiasts challenge the authenticity of the house's legends. Best known for its famous ghost ...

Every family has its ghosts – psychological or literal, pleasant or unpleasant. Old Virginia families are no exception. The Randolph family of Colonial Virginia helped shape the customs and politics ...

Event: “Family Haunted History of Rock Ford Plantation” Ghost Tours Dates: Sunday, October 21, 2012 at 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Tours are limited to 20 people and advance reservations are ...