Belton Ghost Walk Explores Legends, History
Greg Wilson/Anderson Observer
Ghosts, legends, and Belton history will come alive under the October moon as the Belton Area Museum Association hosts its eighth annual Halloween Ghost Walk on Thursday beginning at 6 p.m.
Each year, the autumn tradition draws locals and visitors to the town’s historic streets, blending eerie storytelling with fascinating history. This year’s lineup promises six all-new sites, including some of Belton’s most storied landmarks: the Belton Train Depot, the former site of Haynie’s Drug Store, the Robertson Boarding House, the former Belton City Hall and Jail, the Horton House, the J. T. Rice House, the Dr. Haynie House, and the I. W. Cox House.
Guided tours begin at 6 p.m., departing from the historic depot every 15 minutes until 8:15 p.m., with each walk lasting about 90 minutes. Costumed guides will share chilling tales connected to each property, while guests enjoy historic anecdotes, ghostly lore, and a few well-placed frights. The event remains family-friendly, offering just enough spook for all ages.
“This event has become a community favorite,” said event coordinator and Executive Director of the Belton Area Museum Abigail Burden. “It celebrates our history, our architecture, and our love of Halloween in one unforgettable evening.”
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 10 and under if purchased in advance, which organizers strongly encourage as time slots often sell out. On the day of the event, all tickets rise to $20. Admission includes refreshments at the depot and live, themed entertainment throughout the evening.
Participants are urged to wear comfortable shoes and bring flashlights, as many stops are best experienced in lantern-lit darkness.
For details and tickets, visit the Belton Area Museum during regular hours—Wednesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon—or call 864-338-7400.
