Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Real history
The Carter family sheltered in the cellar during the Battle of Franklin on November 30, 1864; son Tod Carter was mortally wounded nearby (Battle of Franklin Trust; 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.
Local ghost lore says Tod Carter and his sister Annie are seen in the house; a ghost-research group reports its own investigation there. Sources: Franklin Is; Ghost Research Society.
Then and now

Public access
Open to the public The Battle of Franklin Trust publishes daily tour hours for Carter House (Hours & directions). Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
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