The Mothman
First sighted in Point Pleasant, WV in 1966, this 7-foot winged humanoid with glowing red eyes was blamed for the Silver Bridge collapse that killed 46 people.
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Appalachian Folklore & Mythology
Delve into the authentic folklore of the Appalachian region, where oral traditions have preserved eerie tales for centuries. This guide compiles documented accounts from historical records, indigenous Cherokee lore, and settler stories passed through generations in the remote hollows.
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The Wampus Cat
Originating from Cherokee legend, this half-woman, half-cougar creature haunts the Smoky Mountains, known for its bone-chilling screams and yellow eyes that glow in the dark.
The Moon-Eyed People
Cherokee oral history describes these nocturnal, light-sensitive people who built the region's ancient stone structures before being driven underground.
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Interactive Folklore Map
Our interactive map pinpoints over 200 documented locations of folklore significance, from the Mothman's TNT area in WV to the Bell Witch Cave in TN. Each site includes primary source materials like newspaper clippings and witness interviews.
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The Brown Mountain Lights
Documented since 1913, these ghostly lights appear near Linville Gorge. Scientists speculate they may be swamp gas or piezoelectric quartz reactions.
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The Bell Witch
The only ghost story verified by historical records (1817-1821), this entity tormented the Bell family with physical attacks and predictions of John Bell's death.
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Sheepsquatch
First reported in 1994, this white-furred, sheep-headed creature with razor claws is said to inhabit the Tug River Valley region near the Kentucky border.
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The Flatwoods Monster
On September 12, 1952, multiple witnesses described a 10-foot metallic being with a spade-shaped head that left behind sulfurous fumes and scorched grass.
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