Drive-By
Drive-By / Road Loop
5A Road forms a square loop around the cemetery, enabling a slow drive past the grounds. Do not enter the cemetery property — it is closed to the public.
- Duration:
- 15 min
Aerial survey · USDA NAIP · public domain Cemetery / Burial Ground
Little Egypt Cemetery (Ewald Cemetery)
A Marshall County rural cemetery near Bremen, officially named Ewald Cemetery but known locally as 'Little Egypt,' associated with apparition sightings, handprints on cars, and a tradition of throwing nickels on a baby's grave.
5A Road and Hawthorn Road, Bremen, IN 46506
Research updated May 2026
Age
All Ages
Cost
Free
Free
Access
Limited Access
Rural road, flat terrain; 5A Road loops around the cemetery
Equipment
Photos OK
Rural Marshall County cemetery, burials from 1852 · Early pioneer settlement history
Ewald Cemetery is a historical burial ground near Bremen in Marshall County, Indiana. Burials date to at least 1852, and the cemetery predates the formal establishment of the nearby Egypt school of 1870. The cemetery is also known as Little Egypt — a name the Pilot News credits to the nearby Egypt school that opened around the same time as an Ewald school on Grape Road, north of 4th Road. The cemetery contains a relatively small number of interments and is distinguished by 5A Road, which forms a distinctive square loop around its perimeter. The grounds are no longer open to the public, and the local community has reportedly responded to nighttime visitors with confrontation. A 2014 murder case in the broader Little Egypt area, in which the remains of a Bremen High School student were found with fatal injuries, brought real-world tragedy to a location already associated with ghost lore. This event should not be conflated with the cemetery's folklore tradition but does add a layer of real-world sensitivity to the site.
Sources
- https://www.thepilotnews.com/multimedia/ewald-cemetery-aka-little-egypt/article_177c3c6c-773e-11ee-8a39-134a01a64574.html
- https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/2209063/ewald-cemetery
Apparitions on road at nightHandprints on car windowsInfant grave crying when nickel placedPhantom farmer apparition
According to regional paranormal tradition, Little Egypt Cemetery carries several distinct pieces of folklore. Visitors driving the square loop of 5A Road have reported apparitions appearing in headlights and handprints appearing on their windshields without explanation. A popular ritual involves placing a nickel on an infant's grave, after which some claim to hear crying. Others describe a phantom farmer — said to have died in nearby fields — who pursues intruders through the darkened grounds.
These accounts are documented in The Pilot News (October 30, 2023, by Gavin Greer), an independent local community newspaper serving the Marshall County area, which named these specific legends while characterizing them as 'unsubstantiated claims.' The Towne Post Network's Lakes Region edition also independently described the handprint and coin-placement traditions. The cemetery's closed status and the history of confrontation with visitors are practical safety concerns for any visit.
Notable Entities
Phantom farmer
Media Appearances
- The Pilot News — 'Ewald Cemetery aka Little Egypt,' by Gavin Greer, October 30, 2023
- Towne Post Network Lakes Region — 'Historic Hauntings of the Lakes Area'
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Egypt Cemetery (Ewald Cemetery) family-friendly?
Cemetery closed to public. Drive-by only. 2014 murder in the area is a real event distinct from ghost lore — exercise caution and awareness. Overall family fit: Moderate.
How much does it cost to visit Little Egypt Cemetery (Ewald Cemetery)?
Free This location is free to visit.
Do I need to book in advance?
No advance booking is required, but checking availability is recommended.
Is Little Egypt Cemetery (Ewald Cemetery) wheelchair accessible?
Little Egypt Cemetery (Ewald Cemetery) has limited wheelchair accessibility. Terrain: Rural road, flat terrain; 5A Road loops around the cemetery.