Prominent towers and turrets — see the The Pink Palace from “Coraline”
Large and/or stained glass windows — like Whipstaff Manor in “Casper”
Let’s step through the creaky front doors of a few buildings in Indy we think fit the haunted house bill.
The Johnson House, 5631 University Ave.
This Gothic Revival Victorian home sits right in the heart of Irvington. Built in 1876, it features a looming turret, six ornate fireplaces, and massive windows that allow passersby a peek into the black wallpapered library.
The original owner of this house, Frederick Ruskaup, owned a grocery store, a commercial building on Dorman St., and five duplexes.
This Queen Anne-style brick mansion in Cottage Home was designed by Vonnegut and Bohn in 1892. It features a massive wraparound porch and a turret that we could swear we’ve seen ghostly figures gliding around in.
Grindstone Public House: Offering refined American elegance in a historic Noblesville setting with global wines and craft cocktails.
The Fountain Room: The premiere modern-twist supper club in Indianapolis’ Bottleworks District, blending elevated American cuisine with a sophisticated atmosphere.
If you missed Aroma, we have good news. The Indian restaurant, which closed its Fletcher Place location and sold its Meridian-Kessler one in April, will reopen in the former Gallery Bistro + Bar spot at 110 S. Pennsylvania St. It’s expected to debut before the end of the year. (IBJ)
Concert
Here’s an edition-al item to add to your calendar. New Edition, Boys II Men, and Toni Braxton are coming to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday, Feb. 19. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 31 at 10 a.m.
Regional
Teams from 11 states competed in the Bands of America Super Regional Championship downtown last weekend, with three central Indiana schools placing in the top five. But which local school took the top spot? (WTHR)
Community
Community residents are hoping to get the Martindale neighborhood added to the National Register of Historic Places. Take a look at the proposed boundaries and learn more about its rich history. (Mirror Indy)
Mailbag
Thanks to reader John F. for sending in this incredible memory: “I remember when Cheap Trick played at the opening of the Karma store on Keystone in the mid 70’s. The drummer wore a button that simply said, ‘BURGERS.’” Share your Indy memories with us anytime.
Sports
Jonathan Taylor just became the first player in NFL history to score three touchdowns in three straight games against the same team. Find out how he did it with Locked On Colts.
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Seasonal
When daylight saving time ends in in just five days, the sun will set at 5:41 p.m. While we’d prefer more sunlight in our evenings, at least we can fill them with fun weeknight events.
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Asked
Asked
What’s your opinion on the fall daylight saving time shift?
A. Grateful for an earlier sunrise B. Crying over the earlier sunset C. Don’t care, cozy in bed regardless
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Another weekend, another fall bucket list item crossed off the list. We hit up Harvest Nights at Newfields for our annual walk through the pumpkins, toadstools, and Mischief Manor. Tickets are still available for you to check it out before it closes on Sunday, Nov. 2.
Once the sun goes down, Newfields comes alive in fun Halloween colors.
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