Hoosier Myths and Legends

Bonds Chapel: The Chain on the Tombstone (Episode 7.4)

At Bonds Chapel Cemetery in Orange County, Indiana, a mysterious chain-like mark stretches across the tombstone of Floyd E. Pruett.

Some say it grows by one link every year. Others believe it marks a murder, a curse, or a restless spirit that never left the cemetery.

In this episode, we explore the legends, eyewitness accounts, and possible explanations behind one of Indiana’s most enduring pieces of folklore: the chain on the tombstone.

Hoosier Casefile: The Burger Chef Murders (Episode 7.3)

On the night of November 17, 1978, four young employees disappeared from a Burger Chef restaurant in Speedway, Indiana. What initially appeared to be a robbery quickly became one of the state's most haunting murder investigations. Decades later, the case remains unsolved, leaving investigators, families, and the public searching for answers.

Join us as we explore the timeline of events, the investigation, the theories, and the lasting impact of a case that forever changed Indiana history.

Haunted Ripley County, Indiana (Episode 7.2)

In this special episode of Hoosier Myths and Legends, we explore the folklore and hauntings of Ripley County, Indiana. 

Researched by students from the 10th Grade Honors English class at Milan High School, this episode examines local legends including Gordon's Leap, the Resurrectionists and grave robbing at Versailles Cemetery, the Hanging Tree, and other stories that continue to haunt the county's history.

The Grey Lady of Willard Library (Episode 7.1)

For nearly a century, Willard Library in Evansville, Indiana, has been home to one of the state's most famous ghosts—the Grey Lady. In this episode, we explore the history of the library, the origins of the Grey Lady legend, and the paranormal experiences that continue to make Willard Library one of Indiana's most intriguing haunted locations.

Hoosier Death Tokens (Episode 6.14)

Instead of one haunted location, this episode explores old Hoosier folk legends and the eerie world of death tokens. Passed down through generations, these mysterious signs were believed to forewarn of death, and tonight, we uncover the stories behind them.

Indiana Witch Legends (Episode 6.13)

On this episode, we're diving into the eerie world of Indiana’s old witch tales. From backroad hexes and cursed crossroads to strange happenings deep in the woods, these stories have haunted Hoosiers for generations. Who were these so-called witches, and what truths hide beneath the folklore? 

New Albany, Indiana's Culbertson Mansion (Episode 6.12)

Welcome to the Culbertson Mansion of New Albany, Indiana. Once a showpiece of wealth and elegance, it now carries a far darker reputation. Behind its ornate walls linger whispers of tragedy, restless spirits, and things that stir when the lights go out. So grab your coffee and settle in because the Culbertson Mansion has stories that refuse to rest.

Rufus Cantrell, "The King of the Ghouls" (Episode 6.11)

On this episode, we dig into one of Indianapolis’ darkest tales - the story of Rufus Cantrell, better known as "The King of the Ghouls." In the late 1800s, graves were mysteriously emptied, and fear spread through the city’s cemeteries. Was Cantrell a mastermind, a madman, or something even more chilling?

Hacienda Mexican Restaurant Mishawaka (Episode 6.10)

Mishawaka’s iconic Hacienda Mexican Restaurant is a place known for its sizzling fajitas, famous margaritas, and one very haunted past. Once a grand mansion, this building still echoes with whispers of tragedy, restless spirits, and a mysterious woman who appears after dark. 

Whispers Estate (Episode 6.9)

Today, we’re stepping inside Whispers Estate, a home where the past refuses to rest. From strange voices to ghostly figures, this is one of Indiana’s most haunted homes.