Inside Tondee’s Tavern: Ghosts, History & Savannah’s Secret Revolution

In this episode of Scary Savannah & Beyond, Brett and Crystal explore the rich, turbulent, and haunted history of Tondee’s Tavern, one of Savannah’s most significant Revolutionary-era landmarks. From the story of Peter Tondee—orphans, silk mills, Masonic lodges, and the legendary “Tondee’s Long Room”—to the first sparks of American independence, the hosts uncover how this humble tavern helped birth Georgia’s earliest government and even hosted secret Sons of Liberty meetings. They also dive into the darker layers of the current Bay Street location, once tied to Savannah’s slave trade and later used as a Civil War headquarters, creating a perfect storm for hauntings. With ghost stories involving sudden temperature drops, disembodied voices, EMF activity, and the lingering presence of a spirit named Catherine, the episode blends American Revolution history, Savannah hauntings, and the hosts’ signature humor, making this a must-see deep dive into one of the city’s most historic and paranormal hotspots.