The Real Story Behind Cinderella’s Grave

Yes, this story really is about Cinderella’s grave – but don’t expect glass slippers or a pumpkin carriage. This “Cinderella” isn’t from a fairy tale. It’s a real piece of Indiana history that’s both fascinating and a little bit eerie.

The Mysterious Cinderella of Portland, Indiana

Tucked away in Finch Cemetery near Portland, Indiana, lies the grave of a child named Cinderella Steed. That’s right – Cinderella. But here’s where things get interesting: some sources claim Cinderella was a young boy who passed away in 1859, while others say the child was a girl, the daughter of John and Elithea Steed. The headstone seems to support the daughter theory, but even so, it leaves plenty of room for mystery.

A Spelling Mystery in Stone

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