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Author Biography
Al Hunter writes a front page story about historical figures and happenings with a ghostly twist...
Alan E. Hunter has researched, scripted and lead the Irvington Ghost Walks for the past 20 years. The tours are roughly 75 percent history and 25 percent ghost stories and folklore. These non-profit tours raise funds for the Eastside Irvington community and related charities.
Al Hunter is the author of the “Haunted Indianapolis” and co-author of the “Haunted Irvington” and “Indiana National Road” book series. His newest books are “Bumps in the Night. Stories from the Weekly View,” “Irvington Haunts. The Tour Guide,” and “The Mystery of the H.H. Holmes Collection.” Contact Al directly at Huntvault@aol.com or become a friend on Facebook.
Al Hunter’s Story Archive
Meet the Ghosts of the Indiana State Library
In September of 2013, I received an e-mail from Irvingtonian Steve Schmidt of the Indiana State Library. This was not your average, everyday e-mail. The subject line read simply, “Ghost in the State Library.” Okay, that got my attention. Steve suggested that I put together a “Halloween program about our … Read More
The Ghosts of Irvington and Why They Matter
It’s that time of year again in the Irv: Halloween season. Houses are sprouting spider webs and ghost circles, windows of businesses are being prepped for seasonal artwork, children (and some adults) are carefully planning their costumes, candy and treats are being stockpiled, and the finishing touches are being made … Read More
Washington Irving’s Sleepy Hollow
The last installment of my slightly spooky 25th anniversary travel blog ends at the beginning; Washington Irving’s Sleepy Hollow in New York State. First of all, the area can be a confusing traverse through the northern environs of upper New York City if you are not careful. Secondly, the search … Read More
Salem
When Irvington’s Magic Candle shop owner Jan DeFerbrache learned that we were heading to Salem, Massachusetts, she told my wife, “Oh, Salem is like Disneyland for witches.” She was right. As we drove into the city and saw the sign announcing that we were now entering Salem, chills ran up … Read More
Lizzie Borden Took An Axe . . .
My last few columns have been about as pop culture oriented as you can get, exploring the supposed “curses” of the 1960-70s sitcoms Family Affair and Bewitched. As it happens, last week I found myself in a couple far away places with gossamer connections to the star of Bewitched, Elizabeth … Read More