FOLKLORE, LEGENDS & THE UNEXPLAINED — OCTOBER 31, 2026 — $50 PER PERSON•DOTHAN HISTORICAL WALKING TOUR — SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 & 26, 2026 — $25 PER PERSON•
The USS North Carolina, commissioned in 1941, is one of the most decorated battleships of World War II, earning 15 battle stars for its service in the Pacific Theater.
It played a crucial role in every major naval offensive, contributing to the war effort and protecting aircraft carriers.
Now a museum ship in Wilmington, North Carolina, it honors veterans and the 11,000 North Carolinians who lost their lives in the war.
Alleged Paranormal Activity:
The battleship is known for reported ghost sightings and unexplained phenomena.
Visitors have reported seeing a young man with blond hair in passageways, apparitions peeking through portholes, and figures in corners.
Other reported activity includes self-opening and closing doors and hatches, flickering lights, and electronic device malfunctions.
Specific Claims:
Some believe the haunting is linked to the torpedo attack the ship endured, with the young soldier sighting potentially connected to those lost in the incident.
Ghost Tour Offerings:
The USS North Carolina offers ghost tours with various options including:
Historical tour combined with paranormal exploration
Access to restricted areas and "haunted" locations
Group vigils with investigators and overnight ghost hunts for enthusiasts
