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Twenty-third annual Murrell Home Ghost Stories
October 23, 2015–October 24, 2015
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For the 23rd consecutive year, the George M. Murrell Home in Park Hill will be the backdrop for storytellers spinning yarns about the “Hunter’s Ghost” and other chilling accounts. The ghost stories event will be held on Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 24.
“This family-oriented program will feature various storytellers in a number of rooms telling tales about the Murrell Home, the Cherokee Nation, and other local ghost stories,” said Amanda Pritchett, a historical interpreter for the Oklahoma Historical Society. “The Ghost Stories are one of our most popular events of the year. Many people return every year,” said Pritchett.
Ghost stories related to the 1845 plantation mansion are documented as early as the 1930s. One story, the “Hunter’s Ghost,” is the legend that grew out of the years George Murrell operated the mansion as his “Hunter’s Home” before the Civil War. He often hosted fox hunts in the Cherokee Nation. This and other tales related to the historic home will be recounted by storytellers in period costume.
Sessions will begin every 15 minutes, beginning at 6:30 p.m. each evening. The last session will begin at 8:15 p.m. Visitors will move through the house and listen to stories from several unique storytellers. Guests also will have a chance to sample some hot cider and cookies in the Murrell Mercantile Store.
Tickets are $5 per person, with reservations required because of limited seating. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover are accepted. The event is not recommended for children under eight years of age. For reservations, call 918-456-2751.
