The search is on for Evansville's most infamous ghost. Maybe you'll spot her when the Grey Lady Ghost Tours return.

Willard Library

Willard Library is truly a historic gem in Evansville. In fact, did you know that Willard Library is the oldest operating library in the state of Indiana? It's true! The library opened its doors over a century ago, in 1885. When you visit Willard Library, you will first notice the stunning gothic architecture that makes this historical building hauntingly beautiful. Willard Library is also home to the most notorious ghost in the region, the Grey Lady! She is said to stalk the library halls, and she sometimes likes to push over a book or two.

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So, Who IS (or rather, was) the Grey Lady?

According to Willard Library, no one truly knows who the Grey Lady is, but it is widely speculated that she is the ghost of Louise Carpenter the daughter of Willard Library founder, Willard Carpenter. The first sighting of The Grey Lady happened in 1937, and this haunting has been pretty well documented ever since. If you'd like to read more about the Grey Lady, you can check out an article all about her, here.

Grey Lady Ghost Tours are Back in 2024

One of my favorite events that Willard Library hosts every year are the Grey Lady Ghost Tours. During these tours you get the unique opportunity to explore Willard Library after dark. You are taken on a guided tour around the library, where you will not only hear chilling tales of the Grey Lady, you'll also be taken around to some of the haunted hot spots of the library.

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Willard Library Grey Lady Ghost Tours will be back for one weekend only in October, October 24th through 25th. According to a post on Willard Library's Facebook:

Are you ready for a ghostly adventure at Willard Public Library?
The Grey Lady Ghost Tours are back from October 24-26!
Step inside our historic library after dark and experience chilling stories of supernatural sightings, shared by the brave staff who've witnessed them firsthand.
Reserve your spot today by signing up here
https://www.willardlib.org/2024-grey-lady-ghost-tours

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I've taken a ghost tour of Willard before, and it is an absolute blast! You get to see the library after dark, which is really neat, and hear all kinds of history about the library, and of course plenty of tales of the Grey Lady.

Hauntingly Beautiful Photoshoot Inspired by Evansville's Grey Lady

Evansville's most notorious ghost is no doubt the Grey Lady. The Grey Lady is said to roam the halls of Willard Library, and stir up a little mischief every now and then. Hayden Burns Photography was so inspired by the Grey Lady, that she created a photoshoot completely inspired by her. Check out her stunning ghostly images below!

Gallery Credit: Melissa Awesome