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Spend a charged evening investigating the Strauss Mansion, a 1893 Victorian overlooking New York Harbor. Join guided experiments, use professional paranormal gear, and explore 21 rooms of preserved architecture on a five-hour investigation.
Spend a charged evening investigating the Strauss Mansion, a 1893 Victorian overlooking New York Harbor. Join guided experiments, use professional paranormal gear, and explore 21 rooms of preserved architecture on a five-hour investigation.
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Operated by New Jersey Paranormal Investigations · Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey
Perched on a hill above New York Harbor, the Strauss Mansion in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, is a three-story Victorian built in 1893 that invites evening investigations into reported shadow figures, EVPs, and unexplained footsteps. Bookable gatherings meet at 27 Prospect Circle, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716, where a trustee opens the house and traces the building’s documented past—the grand 21-room summer home of a wealthy New York merchant now listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places.
This guided investigation blends history, hands-on gear, and free-roaming exploration. The house's Tower Room offers a panoramic harbor view and tight corners for focused sessions, while the basement's low ceilings and old stone foundations create a distinct acoustic environment where multiple EVP and ITC captures have reportedly occurred. Investigators use industry-standard equipment—K2 meters, REM pods, shadow detectors, and other devices you’ll recognize from television—to test electromagnetic spikes, capture electronic voice phenomena, and monitor anomalies. Staff walk guests through "ghost hunting 101," a short historic tour, several team-run experiments, then turn the night over to participants for independent investigation.
What sets this experience apart is its mix of documented history and physical space. The mansion’s preserved Victorian woodwork, narrow staircases, and three floors of rooms concentrate sensory details that make evidence easier to contextualize: a falling book in the library, footsteps in empty hallways, and spontaneous readings on recorders. The site’s official historic status means the structure retains original layouts and fixtures, which makes it an unusually intact venue for paranormal work in the region.
Practical information matters: events are for guests 18 and older, troupe sizes cap at about 12, and sessions last roughly five hours. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a flashlight; phones are allowed if set to airplane mode. Participants may bring their own equipment, but all essential gear is provided. No alcoholic beverages are permitted on the premises.
For travelers staying in nearby Atlantic Highlands or traveling from New York, the mansion provides an offbeat night activity that contrasts with standard seaside hikes and harbor tours. Whether you come to collect data, test theories, or simply experience a charged historic interior, the Strauss Mansion investigation is a focused, hands-on evening that turns local history into active inquiry—and leaves you with questions to follow home.
Bring warm layers for cool nights and expect narrow staircases and low lighting—this is a historic house, not a studio. Car parking is available nearby, and public transit options from New York exist seasonally; confirm details with the operator. Whether skeptical or convinced, participants leave with firsthand observations and a sharper sense of this region’s lesser-known past, making the Strauss Mansion a meaningful detour from more conventional outings, and check ferry schedules too.
moderate.
Approximately 5 hours.
Comfortable mobility for climbing narrow, historic staircases and standing for long investigations; not recommended for those with severe mobility limitations
Events run roughly five hours, including an orientation, a short historic tour, team-run experiments, and free-roaming investigation time.
Participants must be 18 years or older to join these evening investigations.
Meet at 27 Prospect Circle, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716; staff or trustees will greet the group and conduct the orientation.
Yes—guests are encouraged to bring personal gear, though the organizer provides industry-standard devices as well.
The mansion has narrow staircases and historic layouts; accessibility is limited—contact the operator in advance to discuss specific needs.
Photography is generally allowed; use a flashlight sparingly and follow staff directions to avoid disturbing investigations and historic interiors.
Built in 1893 as a summer home for a New York merchant, the Strauss Mansion is on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places and retains much of its original Victorian fabric.
The site is protected for its historical value—events follow rules to limit impact on finishes and fixtures; no alcohol is permitted to reduce risk of damage.
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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