Cemeteries are traditionally quiet, peaceful places, where we go to remember and honor our loved ones. However, it’s quite common to hear stories of hauntings at many of the nation’s cemeteries, especially those with long and storied histories. This cemetery in Missouri, a must-visit if you’re in the area, just might be the most beautiful and the most haunted.

Although it started with a modest five acres in 1867, Springfield National Cemetery has more than tripled in size during its rich history.
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If you've not been to one of the most historic and beautiful cemeteries in Missouri, you'll definitely want to add a visit to your bucket list.
Today, the historic cemetery covers 18.1 acres and is the final resting place of more than 14,000 souls.
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One of the most haunted cemeteries in Missouri, Springfield National Cemetery is open all year from dawn to dusk.
A stroll through the cemetery reveals some of its past with Civil War soldiers buried on the hallowed grounds. It was in Springfield, after all, that The Battle of Wilson Creek took place in 1861.
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More than 17,000 soldiers - 12,000 Confederate soldiers and more than 5,000 Union soldiers - fought in the battle that saw the Confederates claim victory.
Both sides suffered nearly the same amount of casualties, both just over 1,000. Many of those who died would later be buried in Springfield National Cemetery.
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Did you know that the historic cemetery in Missouri is located on what used to be the Kickapoo Prairie in Green County?

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Soldiers from other wars, including the Revolutionary War and World War, II are also buried on the grounds.
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The historic Missouri cemetery earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999.
As you stroll along the grounds, you'll pass various monuments that pay homage to those who perished during the Battle of Wilson Creek and the survivors of Pearl Harbor.
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Several notable individuals are buried in the cemetery, including Civil War Sergeant Harrison Collins, Captain Patrick Pentzer, and Corporal Orion P. Howe.
You may also notice some weird occurrences. After all, countless visitors tell tales of seeing the apparitions of Civil War soldiers who wander the cemetery grounds.
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Fog is common in the cemetery, too, which adds an ominous vibe.
Don't be too surprised if odd lights pop up in the photos you take; or if you see glowing orbs or eerie lights around headstones. That's all par for the course at this haunted cemetery.
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If you've been looking for a haunted cemetery near me, you've stumbled upon one of the most fascinating.
Learn more on the official website of Springfield National Cemetery.
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Go on an aerial tour of Springfield National Cemetery by checking out this video by Christopher Generette on YouTube.

If you’ve Googled “haunted cemetery near me,” you’ve just found one of the most haunted and beautiful. Have you been to this haunted, beautiful cemetery in Missouri? Did you experience the paranormal? We’d love to hear about it in the comments! Missouri’s rife with the paranormal. Learn more about the most haunted places in Missouri.

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Beth Price-Williams | September 13, 2023

Are there any other haunted cemeteries in Missouri?

While Springfield National Cemetery might be the most beautiful and haunted cemetery in Missouri, it certainly isn’t the only one. Here are several other haunted cemeteries in Missouri:

  • Peace Church Cemetery in Joplin is said to be haunted by Billy Cook, a murderer who was executed many years ago. Don’t be surprised if you leave the cemetery with a few unexplained scratches. It’s just Billy letting his presence be known.
  • Look for a woman in a nightgown wandering around Mound Grove Cemetery in Independence. She might even follow you right to the edge of the gate that leads outside of the cemetery.
  • Be prepared to feel a tap on your shoulder when you explore Lorimier Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. It’s the Tapping Ghost greeting you.

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