The Allen County Public Library’s Genealogy Center invites the community to take part in a one-of-a-kind local history experience: “The Lindenwood Tour: Haunted Forest,” held October 24–26, 2025.
News release from the Allen County Public Library:
Allen County Public Library Invites Families to Explore History and Mystery at the “Haunted Forest” Lindenwood Tour
Lindenwood Cemetery. Photo provided by the Allen County Public Library.
Fort Wayne, Indiana (October 15, 2025) – As part of Family History Month, the Allen County Public Library’s (ACPL) Genealogy Center invites the community to take part in a one-of-a-kind local history experience: “The Lindenwood Tour: Haunted Forest,” held October 24–26 beginning at 6 p.m.
This free, in-person event brings Fort Wayne’s history to life through a partnership between Lindenwood Cemetery, Lindenwood Nature Preserve, the Allen County Public Library, and Northrop High School. The evening includes a walking tour of historic Lindenwood Cemetery, where guests will hear the captivating stories of some of the city’s notable past residents—individuals whose legacies still shape the community today.
From there, the adventure continues into the woods of Lindenwood Nature Preserve, where Northrop High School’s theatre students will transform the forest into a haunted realm of eerie sights and sounds. Small groups will journey through the darkened trails, encountering scare actors, ghostly figures, and atmospheric scenes that blur the line between performance and the supernatural—creating a spine-tingling experience that’s part haunted forest, part living history, and entirely Halloween fun.
“This event combines the best parts of Family History Month—storytelling, local heritage, and community connection—with a bit of autumn mystery,” said Allison DePrey Singleton, Genealogy Services Manager. “It’s a creative way to remind us that history isn’t just found in books or archives—it’s all around us, waiting to be rediscovered.”
What: The Lindenwood Tour: Haunted Forest When: October 24, 25, and 26. Tours begin at 6 p.m., 7 p.m., and 8 p.m. Where: Lindenwood Cemetery, 2324 W. Main St., Fort Wayne Cost: Free. Pre-registration required at acpl.info/family-history-month. Ages: 8 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult). Families with younger children are encouraged to attend the 6 p.m. tour for a gentler experience
For more information or to register, visit acpl.info/family-history-month or call the Genealogy Center at 260-421-1225.
About the Allen County Public Library
The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) has fostered lifelong learning and discovery in northeast Indiana for more than 135 years. The ACPL consists of fourteen branches throughout Allen County, serving more than one million visitors per year. The ACPL’s collection includes more than 3.9 million items, with a circulation total of 4.6 million items borrowed annually. It also houses The Genealogy Center, the nation’s largest public genealogy research center, and The Rolland Center for Lincoln Research, consisting of more than 30,000 artifacts related to President Abraham Lincoln.
