Recognized Folklore Landmarks: Official Markers of America's Mythic Heritage
Exploring roadside plaques and statues that turn U.S. legends into officially recognized destinations
Top Contemporary Stories on GatherTales
Encompassing the present day, contemporary stories reflect the complexities and challenges of modern life. They may explore themes of globalization, technology, social issues, identity, and the search for meaning in a fast-paced world.
Contradictory Origins of Char-Man Owhay
How the American legend of Char-Man Owhay morphed from fearsome specter to watchful protector through time
Mobile’s Wolf-Woman: A Haunting Gulf Coast Legend
Unearthing the chilling tale of a wolf-like creature roving the marshes and moss-draped trees of Mobile Bay
The Lantern Maker of Ramallah
A tale of light, longing, and the resilient spirit of Palestine’s olive groves
UFO Sightings in Albany Pine Bush: A Chronicle of Strange Lights
Exploring numerous accounts of mysterious lights and unidentified objects in New York’s storied Pine Bush wilderness.
Lithium Clouds?
A purple glow dances on Austin’s horizon, stirring wonder and whispering secrets in the twilight sky
Sally Carter’s Spirit
A Haunting Legend from a Historic Huntsville Cemetery
The Haunted Playground of Huntsville
A modern ghost tale weaving true tragedy and eerie playground legends when laughter turns into haunting whispers
Serpents in the Tennessee and Alabama Rivers
An eerie dive into the legends of colossal river creatures tied to tragic Southern events
UFO Sightings in Albany Pine Bush: Unraveling the Unknown
A riveting exploration of strange lights, eyewitness accounts, and the cultural impact of UFO phenomena in New York’s Pine Bush preserve.
The Kidnapped Kidneys Case
A chilling urban legend about a college student who awakens to find his kidneys missing after heavy drinking
The Phantom Canoe of Cabrits Bay
A Dominican legend of a ghostly canoe gliding silently under the moonlit waves, carrying ancestral protectors
The Saint Joseph Sound Sea Serpent
A mysterious, long creature is said to glide through the coastal waters of Saint Joseph Sound, stirring legends and raising questions about the depths below.
The Disappearance of Orion Williamson
A chilling modern mystery unfolds when a man vanishes before witnesses on a foggy city corner
The Midnight Masquerade of Dennery
A haunting Saint Lucian folktale of ghostly masqueraders dancing through Dennery’s streets until dawn
The Haunted Train of El Encanto
A chilling Colombian legend of a spectral locomotive carrying souls through the jungle night
The Cocoa Fairy of Limón
A Costa Rican folktale of a gentle fairy blessing cacao growers who honor the land and forest spirits
Symphony of Silicon: An Odyssey of Human-AI Friendship in 2030
A vibrant tale of trust, courage, and harmony in a neon-lit future metropolis
Littlefoot of Little River Canyon
A young naturalist’s journey into the ancient heart of Alabama’s hidden cliffs
The Dark Watchers of the Santa Lucia Mountains
A haunting legend of shapeless silhouettes on California’s coastal ridges and the wisdom they carry
The Mysterious Lights of Safety Harbor
Dive into the luminous mystery shimmering over Safety Harbor’s waters, where culture, nature, and whispers of ancient lore intertwine.
The Black-eyed Children
A late-night roadside encounter with strange children whose eyes hold untold horrors.
The Silver Lake of Tokaj
A modern folktale of nature's hidden wisdom in the heart of Hungary's Tokaj region
The Dancing Spirits of Cueva Ventana
An enchanting Caribbean legend of moonlit revelry and ancient echoes