Indiana’s Most Haunted Places You Can Visit
Indiana boasts a rich history, natural beauty, ghost stories, and eerie legends that will make you shiver. Haunted mansions and creepy bridges are just a few of the spooky spots throughout the Hoosier State to get a paranormal thrill.
If you’re a fan of the supernatural or just want to go somewhere that’s not Indiana, these haunted places are the place for you. It’s time to pack your courage and let’s see some of the eeriest corners of Indiana!
Whispers Estate, Mitchell
Whispers Estate is a small town famous for its odd history and alleged paranormal activity. The halls have been reported to echo with footsteps, visitors have heard children laughing and even glimpsed shadowy figures. The house was once a doctor’s residence and the spirits of those who died here are thought to still inhabit it. Ghost tours and overnight stays at Whispers Estate provide unforgettable scares for those brave enough to praticipate.
French Lick Springs Hotel
As haunted and beautiful as a luxury resort can be, the French Lick Springs Hotel was built in the early 1900s and is said to house spirits from its past. Riding his phantom horse, or loitering in the service elevator, the ghost of Thomas Taggart, the hotel’s founder, is often reported by guests who have heard eerie laughter and the smell of Taggart’s favorite cigar in the air.
The Story Inn, Nashville
Located in the charming town of Nashville, Indiana, the Story Inn is a picture-perfect bed and breakfast with ghostly touches. Those who stay in the ‘Blue Lady Room’ have said they’ve had run-ins with a female spirit, who shows up when a blue light is turned on. People at the site say strange things have happened, including objects moving on their own and doors opening and closing mysteriously.
Stepp Cemetery, Martinsville
Stepp Cemetery is notorious for its creepy ambiance in the Morgan-Monroe State Forest and local legends. The “Lady in Black” — a grieving mother who lost her child and wanders the cemetery to this day — is another eerie addition to the otherworldly characters at this cemetery. Stepp Cemetery is known for its unsettling stillness and its odd, unexplainable occurrences. It is a popular place to visit after dark if you’re up for it.
Indianapolis
The Indiana Central State Hospital in Indianapolis, which opened in 1848 as a mental hospital, has a long, dark, history. It’s now abandoned and rumored to be haunted by former patients who suffered from harsh treatments. Visitors report shadowy figures, faint screams, and the feeling of being watched. While parts of the building are off-limits, some tours allow you to explore the most creepy corners of the property.
New Albany, Culbertson Mansion
The Culbertson Mansion is a grand and ghostly 19th-century mansion. Once home to Indiana’s richest man, William Culbertson, it is now rumored to be haunted by former residents and staff. Every Halloween the mansion puts on haunted house events that highlight its eerie history and visitors have been known to report strange noises and strange apparitions in the rooms. The mansion’s reputation and charm draw ghost hunters in droves.
Avon Haunted Bridge, Avon
This legendary bridge was built in the late 1800s and early 1900s. It is rumored to be haunted by a construction worker who fell to his death while trying to put it together. The spirit of the unfortunate worker trapped in the bridge’s foundation is said to be the reason visitors hear strange moaning noises that often take place. The Avon Haunted Bridge is infamous for its creepy atmosphere and ghostly echoes and is known for being a site locals and paranormal fans have come to fear.
Hannah House, Indianapolis
The Hannah House in Indianapolis was built in the mid-1800s and is one of the most haunted houses in the state. The mansion was part of the Underground Railroad and a tragic fire killed the runaway slaves hidden in the basement. Visitors have reported seeing apparitions, smelling mysterious odors, and hearing whispers all over the house. Frequent ghost tours have guests wandering through the dark history of the mansion.
Roads Hotel, Atlanta
Since the late 1800s, the Roads Hotel in tiny Atlanta, Indiana, has been home to outlaws and weary travelers. The hotel is known for its rich history and ghosts rumored to be staying on the premises including former owner Mr. Roads and a couple of suspicious children. Cold spots, eerie sounds, and even full-bodied apparitions have been reported wandering the halls.
Willard Library, Evansville
Alongside its vast book collection, its resident ghost the Grey Lady makes this Victorian Gothic library renowned. The Grey Lady is said to sometimes appear to visitors which startles them however, she is believed to be peaceful. Visitors and staff alike have watched books fall off shelves, cold drafts, and mysterious shadows in the library aisles.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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