How old is the Strauss Mansion?

The mansion was built in 1893 and remains listed on both the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places.

Are events appropriate for children?

Investigations are restricted to adults only; participants must be 18 or older.

Can I bring my own equipment?

Yes — guests are encouraged to bring their own paranormal gear, though hosts supply professional devices as well.

No — bring your own water and snacks; alcoholic beverages are prohibited on the premises.

What should I expect to experience?

Expect guided history, demonstrations of equipment, the chance to conduct experiments and free-roaming investigation across three floors including the Tower Room and basement.

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Q: Where do participants meet?

Events begin at 27 Prospect Circle, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716 where a trustee will greet the group.

Perched on a hill above New York Harbor in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, the Strauss Mansion invites guests into three floors of Victorian shadow-play and history. The evening investigation begins at 27 Prospect Circle, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716, where a trustee meets your group and lays out the house’s documented past and the night’s plan. Built in 1893 by a New York City merchant as a summer house, this 21-room Victorian retains original woodwork, plaster molding and a Tower Room with bay views. The property sits on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places, and its layers of architecture create narrow corners, long hallways and a basement that investigators describe as acoustically charged—features that feed the kinds of phenomena reported here. Investigations at Strauss Mansion mix hands-on paranormal techniques with historic context. Hosts run a short “ghost hunting 101” before touring the house and demonstrating professional gear — K2 meters, REM pods, shadow detectors and voice-recording setups — then invite participants to run experiments and free-roam. Reported incidents include confirmed deaths in the house, shadow figures on cameras, EVPs captured on recorders, unexplained footsteps, and items moving on their own. You’ll have the chance to observe security camera footage, operate ITC equipment and test your own hypothesis in rooms that range from a formal library to the narrow Tower Room and the low-ceilinged basement. The event is designed for adults only (18+), tailored to small groups (up to 12) and runs roughly six hours, giving time for both guided segments and independent investigation. Practical packing includes closed-toe shoes, a flashlight or phone (airplane mode requested), water and snacks; bringing your own equipment is welcome. No alcoholic beverages are permitted on-site. What makes Strauss Mansion a standout in the region is the convergence of preserved historic fabric and active investigative work. Unlike staged attractions, this is a registered historic property where trustees and investigators balance preservation with public access. The house’s hilltop siting frames harbor views while also amplifying ordinary noises into something uncanny; that interplay of place and history is part of its appeal. Whether you come searching for evidence or simply crave an atmospheric night in a genuine Victorian landmark, the Strauss Mansion investigation offers an unusual way to experience Atlantic Highlands’ history — and to support a cause, since specific events benefit the Food Bank of New Jersey. Expect creaking floors, narrow staircases and the smell of old wood; those physical details often trigger both equipment responses and visitor imagination. Participants are asked to respect fragile interiors and follow trustees’ guidance so preservation isn’t compromised. The event combines sincere historical stewardship with investigative curiosity, making it a rare public offering where conservation and the unexplained intersect.

About New Jersey Paranormal Investigations

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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