Step into the shadows of St. Louis’s Lemp Brewery Bottle Works on a 90-minute tour with the St. Louis Paranormal Research Society. Uncover haunting tales and dark history deep beneath the city’s brewing heritage.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires walking over uneven surfaces and standing for extended periods.
Wildlife
History
The Lemp Brewery was once one of America's largest beer producers before tragic events and prohibition led to its decline, leaving a legacy of mystery.
Conservation
Efforts focus on preserving the structure’s integrity while educating visitors about responsible engagement with historical sites.
St. Louis Paranormal Research Society
Step into the shadows of St. Louis’s Lemp Brewery Bottle Works on a 90-minute tour with the St. Louis Paranormal Research Society. Uncover haunting tales and dark history deep beneath the city’s brewing heritage.
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.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The tour covers uneven basement floors and narrow corridors, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Bring a Flashlight
Some areas have dim lighting—carry a small flashlight for better visibility during exploration.
Prepare for Low Temperatures
Basements can be cool year-round, so dress in layers to stay comfortable indoors.
Arrive Early
Tours have limited capacity; arriving early ensures timely check-in and spot availability.
Sturdy Walking Shoes
To navigate uneven floors and basement terrain safely throughout the year.
Light Jacket or Layers
Keeps you comfortable in the cool, dimly lit corridors and outdoor waiting areas.
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Compact Flashlight
Useful for seeing details in darker sections of the brewery basement.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated before or after your tour, though water might not be allowed during the tour itself.
Expert-Led
Named investigators
Led by Shannon Trump and Dr. Mark Farley