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Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour

*FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY-AGES 17 +* During this one-hour walking tour, hear the darker side of 18th-Century Williamsburg. Stories of murder, mayhem, and scandal--those things talked about in taverns, back alleys, and the courts--straight from the town's citizens. Each tour will be different, and the stories are a-plenty. Due to the sensitive nature of the subjects and the salty language of the time, this tour is recommended for mature audiences 17 and older. Please note that since every tour is different, the routes advertised may also differ. Please note: Due to staff participation in other events, tours may be unavailable on some days. Please see our website for information. Shades of Our Past is not affiliated with Colonial Williamsburg; therefore, this tour does not include entrance or admission into Colonial Williamsburg-owned buildings. Since the tour is through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg it is weather contingent. Please be prepared for all weather conditions.

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Murder, Mayhem, and Scandal: 1-hour Historical Character Tour

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Explore the dark side of Roanoke. Visit the sites of some of the strangest crimes in Roanoke's history. From wars with Prohibition Era smuggling operations, deadly stories of Depression era banditry, mass murderous arson in crumbling Victorian mansions, and unsolved murders that still shock the city today – explore these tragic true stories and more from the dark side of Roanoke’s history.

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Roanoke True Crime Tour

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$19$18

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Virginia Beach True Crime Tour

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Delve into the chilling past of Colonial Williamsburg on this adult-only walking tour that reveals the town's most sinister stories. Guided by knowledgeable hosts, uncover the ghoulish tales of murders and haunted happenings that linger in the shadows. This is perfect for those with a penchant for the macabre. This tour promises a spine-tingling journey through one of America’s most haunted locations. - Adult-only tour revealing the dark history of Colonial Williamsburg - Learn about notorious murders and paranormal events from expert guides - Handicap accessible, though the tour involves a lengthy walk

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Dark History Murder Tour of Colonial Williamsburg

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$25$24

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On our Lynchburg Ghost Tour, your guide will share stories from the beyond.

Lynchburg Ghost Tour: Legends, Lunacy, & The Lawless

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Richmond has rebuilt itself many times, but some stories refuse to stay buried. The Dead Don’t Forget is a 90-minute adults-only ghost walking tour through Shockoe Bottom, designed for guests ages 16 and older who want a deeper look at the city’s darker history. This tour also explores local paranormal traditions tied to Shockoe Bottom, including reports of footsteps, voices, shadowy figures, uneasy sensations, and stories that remain attached to places where the past was never fully resolved. This is an outdoor walking tour, and guests do not enter museums, stations, buildings, or tour stops. The Dead Don’t Forget is not built around cheap scares or invented legends. It uses Richmond’s real history and reported hauntings to examine what remains when a city builds over painful ground, softens uncomfortable stories, and tries to move forward without fully remembering who was left behind.

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Adults Only The Dead Do Not Forget Richmond Ghost Tour

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Danville True Crime Tour

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Explore the dark side of Richmond's history on this tour of Richmond's most unusual true crime locations, from murders that shocked the nation with their disturbing details, to cases that required leaps in investigative technology to solve, murders that make us question our ideas of justice, and cases that created a controversial media circus. The true crime tour of Richmond focuses on illuminating the history and significance of these strange murders, while providing a new perspective on the tragic and disturbing tales that lurk in the dark side of Richmond's history. The tour has no official age minimum. Due to the mature content of the tour, we advise guests to exercise discretion.

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Richmond True Crime Tour

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Norfolk True Crime Tour

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Fredericksburg Halloween Ghost Tour with Exclusive Masonic Access

Go beyond the usual ghost walk this Halloween season with exclusive access to Fredericksburg Masonic Lodge No. 4 and the private Masonic Cemetery—two historic sites normally closed to the public. Follow your lantern-carrying guide through downtown Fredericksburg for a special seasonal route featuring all-new cemetery stories and haunted stops that differ from our regular Ghost Tour. The evening also includes after-hours entry into Amy Lou’s Apothecary, in a building that served as a Civil War hospital. Hear chilling stories rooted in historic records, eyewitness accounts, and generations of local lore. A portion of every ticket supports the restoration and preservation of the Masonic Lodge and cemetery.

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Fredericksburg Halloween Ghost Tour with Exclusive Masonic Access

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$40$38

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Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours

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Church Hill Chillers Ghost Tour

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In 1870, Richmond was a powderkeg. Racial tension following the American Civil War soon boiled over into outright hatred, and a plan was hatched to reinstate a system of White Supremacy by force. However, formerly enslaved African Americans and their allies did not back down without a fight and refused to let their city be taken over. The ensuing siege and battle would leave many dead, and Richmond's history would never be the same. Join this guided historic tour of one of Richmond's darkest chapters: the Municipal War of 1870, and explore the untold history of Richmond during the Reconstruction Era.

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Richmond 1870 Municipal War - Dark History Tour

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Alexandria Spooktacular Ghost Walking Tour (All Ages)

Discover the amazing spooky history of Old Town Alexandria on this 90-minute guided ghost tour. Bring the whole family! This tour is all-ages friendly. A costumed guide will lead you through hidden alleyways and tell tales from the historic places and haunted buildings along the way. Lovers of history and ghosts will love discovering all Old Town has to offer. We'll pass by Carlyle House, Union Street Public House, and enjoy meandering along the cobblestone streets. Stories range from siren voices heard at the edge of the waterfront, to Revolutionary soldiers still marching the cobblestone streets. You'll also learn the tragic tale of Laura Schafer, the Burning Bride. One of the most famous ghost stories of Alexandria. This is a great tour for guests of all-ages to explore the history and mysterious ghostly side of Old Town Alexandria.

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Alexandria Spooktacular Ghost Walking Tour (All Ages)

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