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Step aboard the USS New Jersey for a five-hour paranormal investigation through original passageways and gun pits. Using EVP, thermal imaging and eyewitness testimony, participants search for unexplained activity aboard this storied battleship.
Step aboard the USS New Jersey for a five-hour paranormal investigation through original passageways and gun pits. Using EVP, thermal imaging and eyewitness testimony, participants search for unexplained activity aboard this storied battleship.
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Operated by New Jersey Paranormal Investigations · Brick Township, New Jersey
Board the USS New Jersey (BB-62) for an evening where history and hearsay meet inside steel and rivets. The ship is berthed at Battleship Place , Camden , NJ 08103, and this five-hour paranormal investigation invites curious adults to move through original passageways, berthing areas, gun pits and the long corridor known as Broadway to look for traces of unexplained activity.
The USS New Jersey has a hard-earned reputation: a Unit Commendation for Vietnam and 19 battle and campaign stars across World War II, Korea, Vietnam and Lebanon. Those combat honors are the backdrop for the program's core question - do battles and losses leave an energy that lingers inside bulkheads and belowdecks? Guides recount reported full-bodied apparitions seen traversing Broadway, security guards hearing seismic sounds, and disembodied voices in berthing areas. The gun turret area is singled out in ship records and oral history as a site linked to Irving Doremus, whose fatal training accident is said to have left a presence near the guns.
This event is practical and equipment-forward: teams use EVP sessions, thermal imaging, REM pods, K2 meters and custom trigger objects to gather empirical data rather than stage theatrics. Organizers emphasize eyewitness testimony over psychic readings, and proceeds support the battleship's preservation. The structured event runs about five hours, is open to adults 18 and older, and accommodates groups up to 45. Accessibility is limited and participants should expect confined spaces and stairs.
What makes an investigation aboard a battleship different from a walk in a haunted house is the combination of original, historic interiors and living memory. Steel passageways carry the weight of documented combat and onboard incidents, from Seaman Robert Oesterwind's combat death in 1951 to multiple non-combat fatalities referenced in the ship's history. Recent restoration work is reported to have coincided with an uptick in encounters, which makes this a compelling field site for anyone interested in military history and anomalous research alike.
Practical tips: wear close-toed shoes, layered clothing for cool hull temperatures, and bring a headlamp; phone signal can be spotty belowdecks. Expect a sober, investigative tone - this is a hands-on research night more than a ghost tour. If you're drawn to dark steel corridors, wartime history and methodical investigation, the USS New Jersey offers a distinctive night of exploration rooted in verifiable history and contemporary eyewitness reports.
Bookings are limited; the program runs on scheduled nights and participants should check event dates before traveling. Wear non-slip shoes and avoid large backpacks to keep narrow passageways clear. This is an active museum, so staff require respectful behavior and careful handling of historic spaces. Cameras and audio recorders are permitted for documentation; always follow staff directions to protect equipment and preserve the ship safely.
moderate.
5 hours.
Light to moderate fitness; ability to climb ladders and stand for long periods is required
The structured event runs about five hours.
Participants must be 18 or older to join the investigation.
The meeting point is Battleship Place , Camden , NJ 08103 as listed on the booking.
Accessibility is limited; participants should expect stairs and confined spaces.
Organizers provide EVP gear, thermal imaging, REM pods, K2 meters and custom trigger objects.
No; the program emphasizes eyewitness accounts and electronic monitoring rather than psychic performances.
The USS New Jersey (BB-62) earned a Unit Commendation for Vietnam and 19 battle and campaign stars across multiple conflicts.
All proceeds benefit the battleship and its preservation; participants are asked to follow museum rules to protect historic fabric.
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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