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Spend a six-hour, trustee-led evening inside the 1893 Strauss Mansion at 27 Prospect Circle and join a hands-on paranormal investigation. Learn how professional gear works, run experiments, and free-roam three floors of Victorian rooms where EVPs, shadow figures, and unexplained events have been reported.
Spend a six-hour, trustee-led evening inside the 1893 Strauss Mansion at 27 Prospect Circle and join a hands-on paranormal investigation. Learn how professional gear works, run experiments, and free-roam three floors of Victorian rooms where EVPs, shadow figures, and unexplained events have been reported.
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Operated by New Jersey Paranormal Investigations · Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey
Strauss Mansion sits on a hill above New York Harbor in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey. At 27 Prospect Circle, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716, the 1893 Victorian was built as a summer home by a wealthy New York merchant and now opens its doors for hands-on paranormal investigations. This is a 21-room, three-floor house with a Tower Room that overlooks the bay and a basement that collectors of chills will prize.
An evening with New Jersey Paranormal Investigations begins with a trustee-led walkthrough of the mansion’s documented history and reported incidents. The house is listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places; confirmed deaths and long-standing rumors of shadow figures, recorded EVPs, unexplained footsteps, books dislodging in the library, and ITC activity create a charged, investigative atmosphere. After the orientation, participants see professional gear—K2 meters, REM pods, shadow detectors—and learn the theories behind them before joining experiments or free-roaming the rooms.
Key features for visitors: the Tower Room’s bay-facing window, the ornate central staircase, the candlelit-feel library, and the original basement brickwork. The combination of coastal exposure and Victorian construction amplifies drafts, creaks, and temperature differences that investigators track with thermal and EMF tools. The site’s proximity to the harbor makes night-sky silhouettes and distant ship lights part of the tableau, adding to the sense of place.
Why this event stands out locally: few attractions in the region offer both documented architectural history and regular, structured paranormal work tied to professional equipment. Atlantic Highlands’ dramatic elevation and maritime weather patterns influence how phenomena register on instruments, making the Strauss Mansion a distinctive testing ground for curious visitors and experienced investigators alike. Small groups (maximum nine), an overnight format (about six hours), and a trustee-guided history component give this experience an intimate, educational edge.
Practical notes: events are for ages 18 and older; bring a flashlight, closed-toe shoes, water, and any personal recording devices. No alcohol is allowed on site. Expect long periods of standing and stair use; basic mobility and willingness to move in low light are required.
Whether you come for an authentic slice of local history or to test your own EVP theory, the Strauss Mansion investigation at 27 Prospect Circle is an active, atmospheric way to explore Atlantic Highlands’ darker corners and contribute to an ongoing local story.
Investigations are collaborative: you'll trade observations, compare notes, and may handle professional equipment under staff supervision. Bring a notebook, spare batteries, and an open mind; digital recorders and cameras are useful on airplane mode. Because groups are limited to nine people and demand can spike around holiday weekends, book in advance through the listed referral link to secure a spot for the night you want today, safely.
Typical sessions run about six hours and combine a trustee-led history tour with equipment demonstrations and free-roaming investigation.
Participants must be 18 years or older to join the Strauss Mansion investigations.
Yes. The organizers encourage visitors to bring personal recorders and EMF devices; staff will demonstrate professional equipment as well.
The property contains multiple floors and original staircases; basic mobility is required and full accessibility is limited.
No. Bring water and snacks, but do not bring alcohol; food and drink should be kept discreet and respectful of the house.
Groups are capped at nine participants to keep investigations intimate and manageable.
New Jersey Paranormal Investigations conducts immersive ghost-hunting events and investigations based in Burlington, New Jersey. The organization offers a rotating roster of investigations at historic and allegedly haunted locations, including manor houses, museums, hotels, mansions, and a tattoo parlor. Events combine guided history tours, hands-on experiments, and the use of professional paranormal equipment such as K2 meters and thermal detectors. Several investigations are tied to charitable causes, including benefit events for the Center for Hope & Safety and Make‑A‑Wish, and other events that support recovery and community organizations. Trips range from exclusive, limited‑attendance nights—such as an investigation at West Hill Manor restricted to ten participants—to larger public investigations at sites like the Red Mill Museum Village, the Shanley Hotel, and the Strauss Mansion. Age restrictions apply for some events; many investigations require participants to be 18 or older. Investigations are led or guided by trustees and hosts at each location, and certain events feature named hosts, including a tattoo parlor investigation led by Sophia Wescott. For those who prefer remote participation, select investigations provide live coverage options. New Jersey Paranormal Investigations emphasizes historical context, structured experiments, and respectful conduct at historic properties. The organization highlights authenticity by partnering with site trustees and established venues, maintaining limited-access events, and promoting safety and charity support during public investigations. Investigations include events at the Ocean County Art Guild, the Samuel Miller Mansion in Columbia, PA, Taylor‑Butler House (Marlpit Hall), and the Strauss Mansion. Several investigations highlight historic significance and public storytelling and education.
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