Missouri's reputation as a highly haunted state, offering comprehensive lists and detailed descriptions of numerous locations believed to host paranormal activity. They explore a diverse range of sites, including historic mansions, former prisons, old hotels, colleges, theaters, cemeteries, and even natural landscapes, each with its own unique ghostly legends and reported phenomena. Many sources emphasize the historical context behind these hauntings, often linking them to violent events like the Civil War, tragic family histories, or past uses as asylums and hospitals. Beyond simply listing places, the texts often provide practical information for visitors, such as tour availability and specific spooky occurrences to anticipate, indicating a broader interest in both the historical and recreational aspects of Missouri's supernatural side.