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Step inside West Hill Manor after dark for a 5.5-hour hands-on paranormal investigation and séance limited to ten guests. Explore three floors and a basement, learn historic context, and use professional ghost-hunting gear under experienced leadership.
Step inside West Hill Manor after dark for a 5.5-hour hands-on paranormal investigation and séance limited to ten guests. Explore three floors and a basement, learn historic context, and use professional ghost-hunting gear under experienced leadership.
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Operated by New Jersey Paranormal Investigations · Burlington, New Jersey
West Hill Manor sits at 1114 Oxmead Rd in Burlington, New Jersey, a Federal-style house with three stories and a cellar that has been inviting questions for more than two centuries. Built between 1797 and 1799 for the Emlen family, this house carries the quiet records of Quaker life and the sharper echoes of events that visitors report as hauntings. West Hill’s investigation and séance — a ticketed, 5.5-hour evening event limited to ten guests — opens the rooms, hallways, and attic to hands-on exploration of alleged phenomena. You arrive at dusk and the evening begins with a trustee leading a history tour that threads family names and local connections through the architecture: Susanna Emlen, noted as an early breast cancer survivor, is one of the figures said to remain; later owner Eliza Gurney brings a curious association to Abraham Lincoln that has even appeared in Spirit Talker recordings. Organizers explain how the manor’s Federal-style construction, original woodwork, and narrow stairways affect acoustics and electromagnetic readings, giving each creak or whisper a tangible source to test. The investigation feels like a practical laboratory. Teams demonstrate and lend 'all the ghost hunting equipment you see on TV' — EMF meters, digital recorders, spirit boxes — and guests are invited to participate in controlled experiments and free-roam sessions across three floors and a basement. Hosts include Beth O'Brien, a paranormal investigator, psychic medium, and Reiki practitioner, who co-hosts and volunteers with historic preservation efforts at the property. Small group size keeps the night intimate and maximizes hands-on time with gear and rooms that tend to trigger audio and ITC responses for investigators. What makes this event stand out in the Burlington area is the combination of provenance and procedure: an authentic late-18th-century Federal home that remains largely intact paired with methodical, approachable investigation led by experienced practitioners. For those who want something other than a staged tour, the format rewards curiosity — bring your own equipment if you have it, but organizers provide everything necessary to test hypotheses. Practical notes: the event runs roughly 5.5 hours, is for ages 18 and up, and accommodates only ten people per session. Wear closed-toe shoes, bring a flashlight and water, and set phones to airplane mode if you’re using them as light. If you’re drawn to history, ghosts, or hands-on fieldwork in an intimate setting, West Hill Manor’s investigation offers a night where local history, technology, and personal experience collide in one of Burlington County’s best-preserved period houses. Reserve a spot early, meet at 1114 Oxmead Rd, Burlington, NJ 08016, arrive ready for quiet observation and respectful conduct—an open mind and patient listening greatly improve your chance of catching something unusual during the 5.5-hour overnight investigation; bring snacks.
moderate.
5.5 hours.
Be able to stand, climb narrow stairways, and walk through multi-floor rooms for several hours.
Participants must be 18 years or older.
Events are limited to 10 guests to keep the investigation hands-on and intimate.
Organizers supply all standard ghost-hunting gear shown on TV, but you are welcome to bring your own equipment.
Food and drink are not included; bring water and snacks if you might need them during the 5.5-hour event.
Meet at 1114 Oxmead Rd, Burlington, NJ 08016 for check-in and the introductory presentation.
The event includes narrow stairways and multiple floors; accessibility information is limited, so contact organizers if you need accommodations.
West Hill Manor was built between 1797 and 1799 for the Emlen family, an early Quaker household; later owner Eliza Gurney has been linked historically to Abraham Lincoln.
Volunteers and trustees work to preserve original woodwork and period features; visitors are asked to follow rules that minimize wear on 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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