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Ghost Town of Mt. Lawn, Indiana & the Mt. Lawn Speedway

Established in 1935 the Mt. Lawn Speedway has been the major attraction in Henry County, Indiana for over 80 years. Many Indianapolis 500 race drivers made their way up through the ranks by using this…[View More]

The LaGrange Phalanx Ghost Town, Brushy Prairie, Indiana

In existence between 1843 and 1848 The LaGrange Phalanx was one of about 30 such towns constructed by followers of Charles Fourier a French philosopher who believed in a Utopian Socialism. Today the t…[View More]

The Lost Town of Euphemia, Ohio

There was once a town called “Euphemia” in northern Preble County, Ohio. The buildings are still there but the name is long gone.

Ghost Town of Weisburg, Indiana

Weisburg, Indiana was established in 1858 and at one time was a very busy town with a post office, train depot, hotel, tavern and general store. However, after the passeng…[View More]

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