The "White Plague" & The Castle in the Woods In 1907, the Indiana State Sanatorium was born out of a desperate battle against Tuberculosis—the "White Plague."

Designed as a sprawling, 500-acre "city of its own," the facility was a self-sustaining fortress. It had its own coal mine, power plant, bakery, and farm—all built to isolate the sick from the world outside.

Here, the "cure" was simple but harsh: patients spent their days and nights on open-air porches in the biting Indiana air, hoping for a miracle.

For many, it was a place of recovery; for thousands of others, it was their final stop.

From Healing to Haunting As medical science conquered Tuberculosis, the facility’s purpose shifted, but its shadows only deepened.

In 1976, it reopened as a nursing home and private mental hospital. This era was marked by tragedy and controversy, clouded by lawsuits and allegations of malpractice.

The Abrupt Silence In 2011, the Sanatorium didn't just close—it was abandoned. The closure was so sudden that patients were moved without notice, leaving behind a chilling "time capsule."

Today, beds remain unmade, medical equipment sits in the dark, and personal suitcases are still scattered where they were dropped.

Why It’s a Paranormal Powerhouse

The energy of 100 years of suffering doesn’t simply evaporate; it settles into the floorboards and waits.

You won't find costumed actors here—you will find the raw, unfiltered remains of a "Castle in the Woods" that has inhaled a century of human emotion.

• The Shadow Tunnels: Explore the subterranean maze of steam tunnels where the darkness feels heavy and alive.

• The Untouched Wards: Walk through the 1930s hospital wings where the atmosphere is thick with the echoes of the past.

• The Residual Echo: With thousands of documented deaths on-site, the Indiana State Sanatorium stands as one of the most active and imposing locations in the Midwest.

The Hauntings: Where the Past is a Permanent Resident

The Indiana State Sanatorium is no longer a place of medicine—it is a playground for the unexplained.

Ranked as one of the Midwest’s most active paranormal hotspots, the "San" doesn’t just have ghost stories; it has witnesses.

The energy of a century of suffering hasn't evaporated—it has settled into the floorboards, waiting for the lights to go out.

The Most Active Entities

• The "Blue Lady": A spirit so lifelike she is frequently mistaken for a living guest. Watch for her near the old offices, where she paces the halls before vanishing into the solid brickwork.

• The Shadow Doctor: A dark, imposing figure often seen making his "eternal rounds." Guests report sudden, bone-chilling temperature drops as he passes through the abandoned patient wards.

• The Tunnel Stalkers: Miles of pitch-black steam tunnels snake beneath the property. Here, the darkness feels physical, and something—or many things—move just at the edge of your flashlight’s beam.

• The Laundry Poltergeist: Even when the facility was open, workers feared the laundry complex. Today, stones are thrown by invisible hands, and heavy iron doors slam shut with no one there.

Residual Echoes of the "White Plague"

In the five massive stories of Adams Hall, the air is thick with the sounds of the past. Investigators frequently capture:

• Phantom Coughing & Wheezing: A chilling audio reminder of the patients who fought for every breath.

• Disembodied Footsteps: The heavy sound of boots clicking on the stairwells, echoing up and down as if the staff are still responding to phantom call lights.

• Intense Emotional Spikes: Sudden waves of unexplainable anxiety or sorrow that localize in the very rooms where patients spent their final moments.

The Gates are Open. The Past is Waiting.

We have the keys to the mansion, the hospital wards, and the tunnels. The sheer weight of this location is palpable from the moment you step onto the 200-acre campus.

The question isn't whether the Sanatorium is haunted—it’s whether you have the nerve to stay until dawn.

🏠 The Ultimate Convenience: On-Site Overnight Stays

Want to skip the late-night drive? Stay right where the action is.

We offer a limited number of private rooms on the grounds, allowing you to crash immediately after the investigation ends.

• The Perks: Your room is yours from 6:00 PM until 10:00 AM the next morning—perfect for a pre-hunt nap or a post-hunt rest.

• Each room features a Queen bed and ample floor space for an extra air mattress or cot (ideal for groups of up to 4).

• Just $100 per night.

How to Book: If a room is available for your specific date, you will see it as an "Add-On" option during checkout.

💡 Investigator’s Note: While the rooms are private and comfortable, we are still "on the hunt!"

Please remember to bring your own linens for any extra air mattresses. Note: There are no showers on-site—just pure, unfiltered history.

• ✨ Exclusive Bonus: Includes a Complimentary Day Ticket (Value $25). Arrive early (10 am – 5 pm) to scout the grounds and capture photos before the sun goes down. Valid the day of or the morning after!

• ⏰ Investigation Hours: 8:00 PM – 5:00 AM (Check-in at 7:45 PM sharp).

• 📍 Location: 3838 E Old 36 Rd, Rockville, IN 47872.

• 💳 Investment: $149 per person.

• 🔞 Age Policy: 18+ (Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult).

• 🏠 Overnight Stay (Optional): Limited private rooms ($100) available as an add-on at checkout. Note: 5 rooms total, Queen bed provided, bring extra bedding for guests 3-4. No showers on-site.