The Mount Moriah Cemetery is a historic cemetery located in Deadwood, South Dakota. This cemetery is known for having notable people buried there such as Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. This cemetery is still open for visitations to the public today. This cemetery dates back to 1878, when it was established by the Lawrence County Commission. Mount Moriah is known for being a resting ground for western culture and the start of Deadwood’s economy. Currently, there are almost 3,500 burials there. Not only does Mount Moriah display the graves of famous westerners who shaped Deadwood, but it also offers guests an insight to the Late Victorian era. The cemetery has the look and feel of something straight out of that era, and there are self-guided tours to show off the set.
Cemeteries are known for their ghost stories, and Mount Moriah is no different. In this cemetery, the ghosts of the west speak. There are no named ghosts, but because of how many people are buried there and the history behind the cemetery, ghost hunters believe spirits reside there. Another factor to consider is there was a smallpox outbreak in Deadwood back in 1878. This outbreak lasted two years, ending in 1880, but the damage was done. Many children unfortunately passed due to this, and now they haunt the cemetery. According to the guests that have visited the cemetery, they have heard disembodied voices and children laughing, likely the children who died from smallpox. There’s also been many reports of guests feeling like they were being watched. The cemetery has a two dollar entry fee for adults, and it is free for children. So if you’re looking for a ghost hunting adventure, the Mount Moriah Cemetery has friendly, active ghosts for you!
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