Join Dr. Mark Farley and participate in a real Ouija Board Séance.
Step into St. Louis’s historic Lemp Brewery sub-basement for the nation’s only authentic Ouija Board Séance led by paranormal expert Dr. Mark Farley. Limited to just four guests, this hands-on event offers a rare chance to learn and experience spirit communication firsthand.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for most adults and mature teens.
Wildlife
History
The Lemp Brewery, once a leading American beer producer in the 19th century, is also famed for its reputation as one of the most haunted locations in St. Louis.
Conservation
The event operates within an urban historic site with a low environmental footprint, emphasizing respect for cultural preservation and minimal disturbance.
St. Louis Paranormal Research Society
Join Dr. Mark Farley and participate in a real Ouija Board Séance.
St. Louis Paranormal Research Society is a St. Louis, Missouri–based organization that conducts guided investigations, research events, and immersive paranormal experiences at historically haunted sites.
The society offers a range of public and limited-capacity programs including necromancy sessions at the Lemp Brewery, the Lemp Haunted Neighborhood walking tour, Para-Lab research events, the Lemp Brewery Bottle Works tour, an exclusive Ouija séance, overnight investigations at the Alton YWCA, and group spirit readings with psychic medium Shannon Trump.
Events are led by experienced investigators and named experts, including Dr. Mark Farley and Shannon Trump, and blend historical research with hands-on use of standard paranormal equipment. Programs emphasize safety, documented observation, and respectful treatment of locations and artifacts. Several experiences are research-oriented—Para-Lab and the Alton overnight investigation provide documented protocols and guided equipment use—while others focus on interpretation and storytelling rooted in local history.
The society maintains limited-capacity formats for certain events to preserve intimacy and control—examples include the four-person Ouija séance and the twenty-person Alton YWCA overnight—and provides all required equipment for supervised investigations. Participants are briefed on procedures before entry and encouraged to follow site-specific rules.
As a locally based research society, the organization combines community knowledge, named investigators, and historic-site partnerships to offer verifiable, expert-led paranormal programming in St. Louis. Prospective guests can expect structured events, clear safety guidance, and opportunities to engage directly with documented investigative techniques. Booking information, schedules, and specific site instructions are posted publicly; interested visitors should review availability and event descriptions before reserving for accuracy.
Location
St. Louis, Missouri
Historic Lemp Brewery & Alton YWCA
Tours Offered
7 experiences
Range of tours and investigations
Limited Capacity
4–20 guests
Small groups for focused investigations
Limited tickets for séances and overnight hunts — check availability and book early to secure a place.
Arrive Early for Orientation
Arrive 15 minutes before the session to settle in and prepare for the instructional portion of the séance.
Active Participation Required
All guests must actively participate in the séance to get the full educational and experiential value.
No Intoxication or Impairment
Do not attend if under the influence of drugs or alcohol as it compromises safety and group atmosphere.
Limited Group Size
Groups are limited to four participants to maintain an intimate, focused séance environment.
Comfortable Indoor Clothing
Wear layers to stay comfortable in the cool, subterranean séance parlor.
Notebook and Pen
Useful for taking notes during the instructional portion of the séance.
Open Mind
Bring curiosity and an open mindset for the best experience.
Transportation Arrangements
Plan for ground transportation as parking is street-only and guests must be sober.
Expert-Led
Named investigators
Led by Shannon Trump and Dr. Mark Farley