CLARKSVILLE, TN − Historic Collinsville in rural Montgomery County has announced it will host a special presentation and lantern tour on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 7 to 10 p.m., with Bell Witch researcher Pat Fitzhugh.

The previously announced “Storytelling By Day & By Night” event on Sept. 14 has been canceled. However, Historic Collinsville will be open during its regular hours for general admission on Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

On Sept. 14 from 7 to 10 p.m., author, paranormal investigator, and researcher Pat Fitzhugh of The Bell Witch Site will be presenting a full Bell Witch lecture, Q&A, and book signing, and will lead an after dark lantern tour of a few old structures on the grounds of Historic Collinsville. Guides will be at each structure to tell its story. Refreshments will be offered for sale. Free admission.

Tentative schedule:

  • 6 p.m. – Gates open. Free admission & refreshments for sale
  • 7-8 p.m. – Bell Witch Lecture: History & Legend
  • 8-9 p.m. – Meet & Greet, Q&A, Book Sales & Signing
  • 9-10 p.m. – Guided Lantern Tour

Guests must be prepared to be outdoors, walking up and down hills on uneven ground and loose gravel.