Research Project Ideas
–Caitlin –
For my project, I am going to research the expression of ghost stories in the lowcountry. Through published literature, public events (tours, haunted houses, etc.), and whatever other material, I want to explore how ghost storytelling has become such a prominent feature of Charleston/lowcountry culture. I don’t know much about the subject, but right now I am interested in the demographics and socioeconomics of ghost story culture – in terms of who the stories are about, and also who tells them/who hears them. I’m sure more interests will surface as I further my research. Part of my research will include participating in the ghost tours offered in Charleston, visiting the haunted jailhouse in Charleston, etc.