Entry No. 8 — the Indianapolis file — filed under: haunted places

Historic Hannah House

Built in 1858 by state legislator Alexander Hannah, this Italianate mansion served as an Underground Railroad stop until a devastating basement fire tragically killed hiding freedom seekers. The resulting unmarked deaths sparked over a century of ghost lore, including reports of unexplained cold spots, phantom groans, and the scent of smoke in the basement.

The move: Attend an open-house historical tour on the first Sunday of the month, or book a late-night public ghost investigation to explore the attic and basement.

📍 Southside
💸 $$
⚡ Up for anything
🌗 Indoors

Where: 3801 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Hours: Added 2026-07-21 — confirm current hours before you go.

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Further reading: Official site · visitindy.com

last checked: 2026-07-21