Story was founded in 1851, by Doctor George Story. He was a medical doctor from a family of timber harvesters. Story became the largest settlement in the area. In its heyday, 1880-1929, it supported two general stores, a church, a one room school, a grain mill, sawmill, slaughterhouse, a blacksmiths forge, and a post office. The Great Depression started it's decline, as Brown County lost half of it's population from 1930-1940, when families left their meager farms in search of work. The abandoned farms reverted back to the government for lack of taxes. This paved the way for the forming of Brown County State Park and the Hoosier National Forest. Then in 1960 Lake Monroe was formed by flooding the lowlands, cutting off Story's road access to nearby Bloomington. This sealed Story's fate and the remaining general store limped along, selling soft drinks and gas to the backwoods folks. Then in 1982 Benjamin and Cynthia Schultz, purchased the general store and set about making it the success it is today. Today the whole town is a bed and breakfast centered around the restaurant in the general store. All the homes and buildings in the town have been renovated to accommodate 44 guests in 18 uniquely appointed rooms with private baths and air conditioning. The restaurant is renowned and has been featured in many travel magazines. The town is also known for the "Blue Lady" the resident ghost who has been observed since at least the 70's by residents and guests alike. Be sure to walk around and experience the peacefulness of Story and the little town. Don't be surprised to see people on horseback, stopping to enjoy a meal or cocktails as one of the horse trails from the state park exits in Story. Congratulations to listlady and SkyeHigh89 for being FTF!