West Hill Manor investigation and seance 4/4/26
Step inside West Hill Manor for a focused 5½‑hour paranormal investigation and séance led by New Jersey Paranormal Investigations and co‑host Beth O'Brien. Small groups, historic architecture, and documented phenomena make this an intense, educational night for anyone curious about the unexplained.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Able to stand, climb stairs and move through multiple rooms for several hours; not strenuous but expects moderate mobility.
Wildlife
History
West Hill Manor was built between 1797 and 1799 and has ties to the Emlen family, a prominent Quaker household in Burlington County.
Conservation
Volunteer trustees oversee preservation work; limited group sizes and respectful protocols help protect original finishes and support ongoing maintenance.
New Jersey Paranormal Investigations
West Hill Manor investigation and seance 4/4/26
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.
Base Location
Burlington, NJ
Located in Burlington, New Jersey
Tours Offered
9
Historic site investigations available
Exclusive Access
10 spots
West Hill Manor limited attendance
Charity Events
Multiple
Several investigations benefit charities
Book limited-access nights and charity benefit events across historic New Jersey sites — secure tickets for guided ghost hunts today.
Dress for three floors
Wear closed‑toe shoes and sturdy clothes—you’ll move between the first, second and third floors plus a basement during the evening.
Flashlight readiness
Bring a reliable flashlight or headlamp with fresh batteries; phone light is okay but conserve power and use airplane mode.
Respect the site
Follow host guidance, avoid touching historic fabric and keep noise down to protect exhibits and improve audio captures.
Bring a notebook
Record observations, timestamps and locations of any odd events to compare with EVP and equipment data later.
Flashlight or headlamp
Keeps hands free for equipment and preserves night vision during investigations.
Closed‑toe shoes
Protects feet on uneven floors, basements and exterior approaches to the manor.
Water and light snacks
Sustains energy during the 5½‑hour evening; food and drink are not provided.
Portable audio recorder or EMF meter
Optional personal equipment for those experienced with EVP/EMF capture; know how to operate it before bringing.