ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS GHOST TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Nightfall at the Strauss Mansion: A Hands‑On Paranormal Investigation Above the Harbor
A six‑hour, small‑group ghost hunt through a registered 1893 Victorian mansion in Atlantic Highlands — this guide explains what to expect, where to meet, and what to bring.
Nightfall at the Strauss Mansion: A Hands‑On Paranormal Investigation Above the Harbor.
Perched on the Highlands with a view of New York Harbor, the Strauss Mansion is a 21‑room Victorian summer house built in 1893 that invites methodical, hands‑on investigation; over a six‑hour evening you’ll move through three floors — including an active Tower Room and library — joining a small group to document reported EVPs, shadow figures, disembodied voices and other confirmed activity.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A hilltop Victorian with a working Tower Room
The Strauss Mansion was constructed in 1893 as a wealthy NYC merchant’s summer home. The grand, 21‑room house spans three floors and features a Tower Room that overlooks the bay; the property is listed on both the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places.
Documented phenomena — EVPs, shadow figures and more
Investigators report confirmed deaths in the house alongside multiple captured EVPs on security cameras and recorders, shadow figures, disembodied voices, a book falling in the library and ITC equipment activating on command.
Intimate, free‑roaming ghost hunting
Events are run as small, free‑roaming investigations that welcome newcomers and experienced investigators alike; attendees are encouraged to bring personal equipment while select devices are made available for use during the evening.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
You’ll meet at dusk and spend a single extended night moving through parlor rooms, an active library, a watchful Tower Room and the basement across three floors; the format is deliberately open — free‑roaming so individuals can pair up, deploy gear, record EVPs and follow anomalies as they appear during the six‑hour investigation.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this investigation is best for — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring weather‑appropriate clothing and comfortable, sturdy footwear (sneakers or boots). Flashlights are required; phone lights may be used (airplane mode recommended). Drinks and snacks are permitted in the set‑up room.
Flip‑flops and sandals are not allowed due to uneven floors, stairs and occasional debris or nails — closed, supportive shoes are required.
You are welcome to bring your own recording and ITC equipment; the operator will also supply select devices for participants to use during the night.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When are the 2026 event dates?
2026 dates are to be announced.
How long is the investigation and what are the hours?
The event runs six hours; the operator starts at 7:00 PM and continues through 1:00 AM.
Where do participants meet?
Meet at 27 Prospect Cir, Atlantic Highlands, NJ for check‑in and briefing.
Can I bring my own equipment?
Yes — attendees are encouraged to bring personal equipment; some select devices will also be available for use that night.
Who can attend and how large are groups?
Events are for participants aged 18 and older and are limited to 10 people to preserve the investigative environment.