The pics I took inside did not turn out, although pics I took inside a few years ago did. I don't think it helped to have my mom, the queen of skeptics when it comes to the paranormal, standing right outside it. Will have to go out there again solo.
Confederate graves, obviously. I like the shaft of light coming up from the grave in the pic here.
Sigh. Looks like someone got drunk at a ghost feast and started overturning tables.
Nothing to see here, stuck my camera into a hole in a tomb, just proves I CAN take pics in dark places, and how that greenery is so....green.....in total darkness, I don't know.
I bet the vandals were disappointed to find that under the concrete slab were bricks.
The only mortsafe I have seen down here. Or at least it really looks like a mortsafe.
Looks like someone got bored being dead and climbed out.
Broken by time, this partial tombstone is deeply rooted in with this tree. Notice how on the bottom right of the stone the roots look like two fingers hanging on.
That's it. Next up, dead folks! In chairs!
Im in south carolina.. How cool is that.I love ghost hunting and cemtaries. My family hates being dragged along on my outtings. If you are in South carolina you should definately check out the cemetary in edgefield I dont know what its called but its a place my brother called "cry baby bridge" there are some very old graves there. I wouldnt advise going alone becuase it is in the middle on no where donw a long dirt road. another I frequent is the grantiville cemetary its a huge cemetary with lots of old plots and my favorite is "the little boy" google "granitville cemetary "the little boy" if you'd like to know more about him. Sorry to ramble.. I just got excited.
ReplyDeleteVandalism is the cause of the tombstones being broken, not time. A very caring congregation has lovingly protected this holy chapel continually since 1705. Land around the chapel as well as the chapel is PRIVATE property so entering the grounds is trespassing. There are NO ghost or vandals would be attacked by ones resting peacefully most times. Little Miss Chicken did NOT die here. She lived a long life.
ReplyDeleteServices are still held in the chapel during the year.
Since some of you trespass, you should have respect for the part of history you are experiencing. Pick up trash if you see it!
A reward is offered to anyone haing knowledge of the July 2013 vandalism. Call Officer Ollic at the Moncks Corner Sheriff/police department.
Thank you
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"The Strawberry Chapel property is private property. Trespassers are being prosecuted with the assistance of the Berkeley County Sheriffs who are appearing in court to assist in prosecution. Charges have been filed against several groups of trespassers to date. Court on June 28, 2017, resulted in three defendants pleading guilty. Convictions and fines were imposed by the judge. This is an ongoing situation."
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DeleteI totally understand why everyone is upset about trespassers on this property; but I want to know if there is someone I could speak to about visiting the property legally? I am starting up a podcast and would really like to do an episode on Strawberry Chapel, and obviously I don't want to upset anyone by visiting the Chapel uninvited or unwelcomed. I also know that there are services a few times a year, but unfortunately I have missed my window of opportunity to attend one. If you have any information on who I could speak with to pay this historical landmark a visit, please let me know(:!
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ReplyDeleteThis is private property. The No Trespassing signs are well posted. Another trespasser was prosecuted today to the sum of $465. Unless you have that available to pay up for BREAKING THE LAW, I'd suggest you stay away. We are catching you!