Alleghany County Courthouse
Sparta, North Carolina, United States
Other · local-legend
The Story
A contribution to Haunted Places describes footsteps on the courthouse staircase when nobody visible is walking there. Whistling is also reported near the former jail cells. The accounts give the historic Sparta courthouse a specific sound-centered haunting tradition without identifying an individual ghost.
The Hauntings
A contribution to Haunted Places describes footsteps on the courthouse staircase when nobody visible is walking there. Whistling is also reported near the former jail cells. The accounts give the historic Sparta courthouse a specific sound-centered haunting tradition without identifying an individual ghost.
A sense of place.
Visitor Experiences
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Sources & further reading.
Plan Your Visit
Current opening and investigation rights not established by a paranormal listing. Attend only for authorized public business or events. Former cells and restricted offices are not public investigation areas.