The Windsor Ruins is one of the most famous sites in the state. However, it’s not just well-known. It’s also haunted. The spooky occurrences are linked not only to the ruins, but to the Native American mounds and historic graveyard that lie just beyond the famous remnants.

Despite being located in the tiny town of Port Gibson, the Windsor Ruins is one of the state’s most famed attractions.

Wayne Hsieh/Flickr It’s received numerous accolades over the years. In addition to being hailed the state’s most underrated attraction, it’s been named the most scenic spot and best hidden gem in Mississippi.

The ruins have even been featured on the big screen.

Antebellum Mansions of the Old South, Contributed Photo A couple of movies have been filmed at Windsor Ruins, including Raintree County in 1957.

The ruins are all that remain of Windsor, the largest antebellum Greek revival mansion in Mississippi.

Windsor Ruins/Facebook Absolutely massive, the four-story mansion boasted 17,000 square feet of living space.

Completed in 1861, Windsor survived the Civil War unscathed.

Windsor Ruins/Facebook

Sadly, though, the owner, Smith Coffee Daniell II, died just a few weeks after its completion.

Antebellum Mansions of the Old South, Contributed Photo The mansion’s demise didn’t come until several decades later, when, in 1890, a party guest dropped a lit cigar, resulting in a fire that consumed the mansion.

Visitors today can explore the site, which consists of 23 towering columns.

Danecarney/Wikimedia There’s also an informative marker that provides some background on the ruins.

However, there’s more to Windsor Ruins than meets the eye.

Michael McCarthy/Flickr Roughly half of a mile north of the ruins is the historic Daniell-Freeland Cemetery.

The cemetery dates back centuries, but that’s not its only distinguishing feature.

Michael McCarthy/Flickr Daniell-Freeland Cemetery is built atop an ancient Native American mound, which, at one time, was common practice.

The mound is part of the Windsor Mounds.

Mississippi Markers, Contributed Photo Built between 1100 and 1600 A.D., the Windsor Mounds consist of four mounds, with the tallest standing at over 30 feet in height.

Between the tragic fire that destroyed Windsor and the nearby cemetery and Native American mounds, it should come as no surprise that the site is allegedly haunted.

Antebellum Mansions of the Old South, Contributed Photo A phantom Union soldier is a common sight and is often spotted in what would be the doorway of Windsor Mansion. Visitors have also reported seeing the ghost of Daniell, roaming about the ruins, as well as hearing the sounds of a long-ago party.

For more info on the Windsor Ruins, head on over to the MDAH website. You can also visit the Windsor Ruins Facebook page.

Wayne Hsieh/Flickr

It’s received numerous accolades over the years. In addition to being hailed the state’s most underrated attraction, it’s been named the most scenic spot and best hidden gem in Mississippi.

Antebellum Mansions of the Old South, Contributed Photo

A couple of movies have been filmed at Windsor Ruins, including Raintree County in 1957.

Windsor Ruins/Facebook

Absolutely massive, the four-story mansion boasted 17,000 square feet of living space.

The mansion’s demise didn’t come until several decades later, when, in 1890, a party guest dropped a lit cigar, resulting in a fire that consumed the mansion.

Danecarney/Wikimedia

There’s also an informative marker that provides some background on the ruins.

Michael McCarthy/Flickr

Roughly half of a mile north of the ruins is the historic Daniell-Freeland Cemetery.

Daniell-Freeland Cemetery is built atop an ancient Native American mound, which, at one time, was common practice.

Mississippi Markers, Contributed Photo

Built between 1100 and 1600 A.D., the Windsor Mounds consist of four mounds, with the tallest standing at over 30 feet in height.

A phantom Union soldier is a common sight and is often spotted in what would be the doorway of Windsor Mansion. Visitors have also reported seeing the ghost of Daniell, roaming about the ruins, as well as hearing the sounds of a long-ago party.

So, did you know about the Windsor Ruins’ haunting reputation? Ever experienced anything strange? If so, what? Know of any other spooky spots in the state? Tell us!

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Address: Windsor Ruins, Rodney Rd, Port Gibson, MS 39150, USA