Nettie Our creepiness rating 💀💀💀💀💀
National Geographic recounts the ghost of Nettie Dickerson in a red gown on the second floor. Source: National Geographic. The State (2023) noted an HGTV ranking of it as a creepiest place. Source: The State. See also Post and Courier.
Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Real history
The theater opened in 1937 inside the old Planter's Hotel, on the site of a 1736 theater (Wikipedia).
Ghost stories
These are reported legends, not verified events. The creepiness score (1–5) is Spook Atlas's own editorial rating, not a measurement.
Then and now
Public access
Open to the public The city says the theater is open on a daily basis for tourists to view; shows need tickets (City of Charleston). Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
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