True Crime & Curious Tales Walking Tour
Strange stories, spooky strolls—history with a twist.
Shannon
May 23, 2025
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Raleigh’s past is darker (and weirder) than you think. On Saturday, May 24 at 4:30 PM, join the True Crime & Curious Tales Tour for a 1.5-hour, less-than-a-mile walk through downtown, filled with real historical crimes and oddball local lore. It’s pay-what-you-want (cash only), but you must register in advance—grab your spot here.
You’ll start right by the NC Court of Appeals, and explore Raleigh’s quirky underbelly—no forensics, just fantastic storytelling. Over 14s only, please (some tales are a little too… juicy).
This isn’t sponsored (we’d tell you if it was). We’re just into weird walks and murder-y facts. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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