"Now, in present day Adams along the Red River where part of John Bell's homestead once stood...resides a cave were at one time the Bell children used to play. It was also used as the family's storage cellar for food because the year round temperature remains at 57 degrees. Many of the witch's events with the children occured in the cave. Most believe Ol' Kate still resides in the cave. Odd photos have been taken in and around it, unusual sounds have been heard in it and on occassion beautiful singing has been heard coming from the mouth of the cave. The Kirby family whom own the cave give tours to any thrill seeker willing to go into the cave. The Bell Witch Haunting was true and terrifying. Maybe you should go feel the chill up your spine for yourself."
The Bell Witch cave is truly an amazing experience to behold if the story deeply fascinates you. As mentioned, so many unusual things have happened in and around the Bell Cave. Unending amounts of unusual photos have been taken and
sounds have been heard coming from the cave. Here are some of the many odd occurrances:
1. A photo of two girl scouts was taken just outside the mouth of the cave. One girl was seated on a large rock and the other stood behind her. When the photo was developed, the upper torso of the young lady standing could not be seen and the young lady seated had a two-headed serpent crawling up her leg! This photo can only been seen at the cave, in which the cave owners proudly display it.
The Kirbys have MANY other great eerie photos for veiwing also!
2. Different sounds have been heard in or around the cave and there are many witnesses to these noises. Tourists have heard a woman singing, whispers, a woman's scream, painful-gasps-for-breath sounds and groaning sounds. Some tourists have even claimed to feel something touching them and in one case, a young woman claimed she was "slapped" by an unseen force. The worst feeling of any, in my opinion, is that heavy, burdening feeling of being watched. It feels like someone or someTHING is right up behind you...right on your heels...peering down the back of your neck!
I am not going to get into all the creepy details because I am sure the Kirby's would love for you to come and tour. They have FAR greater details and stories than I. I note that nothing unusual may happen on EVERY tour. It happens when "Ol' Kate" decides to play around. I suggest going and taking several rolls of film, in most cases, something odd usually developes. Tune in and listen well to the tour guide. These two things really make the trip worth the while.
CAVE RULES: *** No Camcorders allowed in the cave!!!
*** Stay within sight of the tour guide and do not meander
around the cave alone and "explore" areas off the tour.
*** Do NOT photograph any of the displayed pictures.
CAVE ADMISSION: Admission is $7 per person for a tour.
CAVE TOUR DAYS AND TIMES: For tour days and times click here!>>
Http://www.bellwitchcave.com/cave.htm <<
*CLOSED ON TUESDAYS OR IN CASE OF FLOODING.
(If you are planning to tour the cave PLEASE CALL AHEAD OF TIME to verify if the cave is not flooded and set up a time. Also call before you leave home to verify if the cave is still suitable for touring. Weather is unpredictable!)
*OPEN 10:00 AM - LAST TOUR AT 5:00 PM
FOR EXTENDED WEATHER FORECASTS FOR THE CAVE:
*Enter Zip Code: 37010
FOR A CURRENT FORECAST:
*Click "Today's Weather"
at the box at the bottom of this page.
*To set up Tour dates call the Kirby's any time between
May thru October at:
(615) 696-3055
Try not to call extremely early in the morning, or very late at night.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
From Nashville (fastest route):
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Start out going Southwest on CHARLOTTE AVE toward EAKIN WEAKLEY DR. |
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Merge onto I-24 W via exit number 86A- on the left- toward CLARKSVILLE/LOUISVILLE. |
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Take the TN-256 N exit- exit number 19- toward ADAMS. |
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Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto TN-256/MAXEY RD. Continue to follow TN-256. |
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Turn RIGHT onto S CHURCH ST/TN-76. Continue to follow TN-76. |
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Total Distance: 41.81 miles |
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The cave can be found by turning right after the Bell School and taking Eden Road until you see the sign for the cave.
Other Sites to See in Adams:
On the outskirts of Adams, you can visit Bellwood Cemetery which is a large burial plot and memorial to the Bell family friends and descendants. You may also visit the Bell School and Museum which now includes a cafeteria with WONDERFUL food and a Tearoom for coffee and pasteries. The school also contains an Adams museum with Bell Witch information. They also sell tons of wonderful antiques and gifts! In front of the Bell School, on Highway 41, is a road sign about the haunting. It was designated by the Tennessee Historical Commission.
Bell School and Museum is closed on Mondays and open the rest of the week until 5p.m. The tearoom and cafeteria hours are 11 a.m. till 2 p.m.
OFF LIMIT AREAS:
The old Bell homestead is a restricted area by the current owners. Almost all trespassers are caught in the act and fined heavily. Respect the heritage of this family and obey the rules set for you. The cave is also protected with the same consequences against trespassing. ************************************************************
Now, i'm not perfect, but I try my best to supply as much factful information as well as I can. Pardon me if anywhere on this page I may have made a bad goof. If I did, email me. It WILL BE corrected immediately!
