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Dr. Kristy Sumner on the Rise of Dark Tourism
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- 00:00 🏰 Introduction to History Highways and Haunts
- Dr. Kristy Sumner introduces History Highways and Haunts, emphasizing its role in revitalizing the historic Scott County Jail through museum and paranormal research.
- The significance of the Scott County Jail's location and its contribution to dark tourism and local economy.
- 02:07 🌌 Expansion of Dark Tourism
- Expansion plans of History Highways and Haunts beyond Scott County Jail, including partnerships for after-dark programming.
- Dark tourism's role in historic preservation and revenue generation for other historic sites.
- 03:15 👻 Personal Involvement and Shift from Corporate to Paranormal Tourism
- Sumner's transition from a diverse professional background to fully immersing in paranormal tourism and historic preservation.
- The impact of COVID-19 as a catalyst for developing the business plan with Miranda.
- 05:03 📈 Growth and Trends in After-Dark Tourism
- The growing interest in after-dark tourism, driven by social media and a demand for unique, tangible experiences.
- The role of true crime and social media in popularizing locations associated with dark history.
- 07:10 🤔 Challenges in Integrating Paranormal into Historical Narratives
- Addressing concerns of historical sites about blending paranormal activities with their historical narratives without overshadowing history.
- Sumner's research on the attitudes of museums, paranormal investigators, and the public towards after-dark tourism.
- 09:56 🔄 Enhancing Historical Narratives with Paranormal Evidence
- The use of paranormal evidence to enhance and explain historical narratives at Scott County Jail.
- Encouraging repeat visits through a variety of paranormal and historical experiences, expanding revenue opportunities.
- 11:57 🌙 Future of After-Dark Tourism
- The promising future of after-dark tourism as an industry due to changing tourist preferences for more local and unique experiences.
- Challenges such as maintaining historical accuracy and managing public perception of paranormal activities.
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