The Story Of Grace Sherwood, The Witch of Pungo Who Survived A Trial By Ducking

Grace was restrained, with her thumbs tied to her toes. She was taken out to the Lynnhaven River and thrown into the water.

After a few moments, Grace had removed her restrictions and, therefore, floated to the surface of the water.

Watching this take place was an angry mob of townspeople who gathered at the Ferry Plantation House. Many looked on in shock as Grace floated in the water.

Once she was declared guilty, her fate as a witch was sealed. She was given the nickname ‘The Witch of Pungo,’ and went to jail for over 7 years.

Thankfully, after much of the panic and hysteria surrounding witchcraft had started to calm down, Grace was released from jail. She lived on her farm until she was about 80-years-old, and passed away.

People who have visited the Ferry Plantation House believe you can see the ghost of Grace Sherwood walking along the banks of the river, reminding those of her unfortunate injustice.

To read more about Grace Sherwood, visit the link here.

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