Haunted in Arkansas

The Local Folklore and Legends of 6 Counties in the State of Arkansas

Do you believe in ghosts? Many residents of Arkansas have made reports of seeing, feeling, hearing and being touched by those beyond the grave.

CalhounCounty, Hampton, Arkansas

The apparition of an old man in a confederate uniform has been reported on Tinsman Highway. Small objects, such as car keys, are reported to suddenly come up missing in the area, as well as, travelers vehicles stalling out.

CarrollCounty, Eureka Springs, Arkansas

At the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, several apparitions have taken up permanent residency and enjoy making their presence known to staff and guests alike.

In room 218, a male apparition, described as muscular with blue eyes and blonde hair, likes to turn the television and lights on and off and seems to enjoy annoying guests by pounding on the stone walls.

This apparition's name is Michael and he was formerly a carpenter. Between the years of 1884 - 1886, Michael fell to his death from the second floor (room 218) during the construction of the building.

One of Michaels more amusing tricks happened on the second floor when he held the end of a laundry cart that a maid was relentlessly trying to pull out of a closet. After much struggle on the maids' part, Michael finally let go and the maid was able to resume her duties.

ClarkCounty, Arkadelphia, Arkansas

At the Henderson State University, Arkansas Hall, an entity named Simon haunts the theatre. Simon likes to flip theatre seats up and spends most of his time in the balcony section. Patrons and employees have reported laughing and footsteps being heard. Simon has also been reported to drop various objects onto the stage from the ceiling.

In Ouachita Baptist University, also in Arkadelphia, orbs, eyes, blood on the walls and breaking windows have been reported by dorm residents. These occurrences usually happen after dark but the orbs can be seen in the basement of the building during daylight or nighttime hours.

DrewCounty, Monticello, Arkansas