The history of the Indiana State Sanatorium is a deep and multi-layered story, beginning with a fight against one of the deadliest diseases of the early 20th century and ending as a site of tragic modern mystery.

The establishment of the Indiana State Sanatorium was a direct response to the public health crisis of tuberculosis, or the "White Plague."

The 65th Indiana General Assembly approved the creation and funding for a state-run tuberculosis hospital on March 8, 1907.

Construction began that year on a vast, 504-acre campus near Rockville, Indiana.

The facility was strategically designed as a self-sufficient community, a small city unto itself, so as to minimize contact between patients and the outside world.

The site included:

• Its own power plant and coal mine

• A dairy and chicken farm

• A bakery and laundry

• A school, a dentist, and a staff of doctors and nurses who lived on-site

The guiding philosophy of treatment was simple and based on the best-known science of the time: fresh air, rest, and nourishing food.

Patients would often spend their days and nights on open-air porches, regardless of the weather, in the belief that clean air would halt the progression of the disease.

The sanatorium was a place of isolation, but also one of hope. Patients came from all over the state, and many, particularly those in the early stages of the disease, were successfully "cured."

As the medical field advanced, particularly with the introduction of new antibiotics in the 1940s and 1950s, the need for sanatoriums waned.

Tuberculosis became a curable and manageable disease, and by 1968, the Indiana State Sanatorium closed its doors as a TB hospital.

The property was left abandoned for several years before a new chapter began. In 1976, it was reopened as the Lee Alan Bryant Health Care Center, a combination nursing home and private mental hospital.

This facility operated for over three decades. Its history during this period is less well-documented, but a cloud of misfortune eventually settled over the institution.

Facing multiple lawsuits, including allegations of wrongful death and malpractice, the center was shut down suddenly in 2011.

The closure was so abrupt that patients were transferred without notice, and a significant amount of medical equipment, furniture, and personal belongings were left behind.

The sudden abandonment and the site's dark past have contributed to its modern-day reputation as one of Indiana's most haunted locations.

Urban explorers, historians, and paranormal investigators flock to the site.

Legends of the sanatorium include:

• The "Doctor's Ghost," said to be a spectral figure of a doctor who haunts the halls, still tending to the sick.

• The lingering spirits of patients who died at the facility.

• Unexplained phenomena like cold spots, strange noises, and the feeling of being watched, often reported in the abandoned patient wards and the extensive network of steam tunnels beneath the buildings.

Today, the site is privately owned and has embraced its eerie reputation by hosting historical tours and paranormal investigations, ensuring its troubled but fascinating history continues to be explored by a new generation

What Awaits You:

• Exclusive Access: Spend the entire night exploring the most active areas of the Sanatorium, locations often off-limits to the general public.

• Experienced Team Leaders: Our knowledgeable and seasoned paranormal investigators will guide you through the night, offering insights and techniques for capturing evidence.

• Hands-on Investigation: Utilize state-of-the-art ghost hunting equipment, including EMF meters, spirit boxes, laser grids, and thermal imaging cameras. Learn how to use them effectively to document any paranormal occurrences.

• Small Group Sizes: We believe in quality over quantity. Our smaller group sizes ensure a more personal and immersive experience, allowing for better interaction and a higher chance of capturing evidence.

• History and Hauntings: Learn about the Sanatorium's fascinating and often tragic history, uncovering the stories of those who once resided within its walls and the lingering energies that may remain.

• Provided Refreshments: We will have a selection of drinks and snacks available throughout the night to keep you fueled for your investigation.

• Comfort Breaks: Designated areas will be available for breaks.

Are you brave enough to face the spirits said to roam these halls?

The Indiana State Sanatorium has a long and documented history of paranormal phenomena. Visitors and investigators alike have reported:

• The "Doctor's Ghost," said to be a spectral figure of a doctor who haunts the halls, still tending to the sick.

• The lingering spirits of patients who died at the facility.

• Disembodied Voices and Whispers: Eerie sounds that seem to come from nowhere.

• Shadow Figures: Fleeting glimpses of dark shapes moving in the periphery.

• Cold Spots: Sudden and unexplained drops in temperature.

• Moving Objects: Items shifting or being thrown without explanation.

• Feelings of Being Watched: An unsettling sensation of unseen eyes upon you.

• Intense Emotional Energies: Overwhelming feelings of sadness, fear, or anxiety in specific areas.

Item desmportant Information:

• Date: Various Dates

• Time: 8:00 PM - 5:00 AM (Please arrive by 7:45 PM for registration)

• Location: Indiana State Sanatorium, 3838 E Old 36 Rd, Rockville, IN 47872, United States

• Tickets: $149 per person (Limited spaces available - book early to avoid disappointment!)

• Age Restriction: 18+ only.

• What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, warm layers of clothing, a flashlight, any personal ghost hunting equipment you own.

• Disclaimer: This is a physically and mentally demanding event. The Sanatorium is an old and potentially hazardous building. Participants enter at their own risk. We are not responsible for any personal injury or loss of belongings.