Secret of The KU Catacombs

It is said that the miles of steam tunnels winding their way under the Kansas University Campus were home to escaped convicts, the homeless, and misfits. The mysteries of the labyrinth are a constant source of intrigue for students and faculty alike. After a startling discovery, university officials now keep the tunnel entrances a secret, and this tale exposes the reason why.

For the last 140 years, the tunnels have been called the catacombs by the students and faculty. Designed to carry steam-heat, electric lines, and water from one campus building to another, they were found to carry much more. The investigative skills of Sam Jeans, Lawrence, Kansas’ real-life Negro assistant police chief, are also featured in this tale.