NEWPORT HISTORY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Night Recon at the Citadel: A Four‑Hour Paranormal Investigation at Historic Fort Adams
A focused, four-hour investigation at Historic Fort Adams led by paranormal investigator David Raby and a volunteer team—this guide distills what to expect, who it's for, and the practical facts you need.
Night Recon at the Citadel: A Four‑Hour Paranormal Investigation at Historic Fort Adams.
Set on the stone ramparts of Historic Fort Adams in Newport, this four-hour paranormal investigation pairs local legend with methodical fieldwork. Led by author and investigator David Raby alongside a volunteer team of expert paranormal investigators, the program guides participants through the fort’s stories and investigative moments as night deepens over Narragansett Bay.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Led by an established investigator and volunteer experts
The experience is conducted by author and paranormal investigator David Raby together with a volunteer team of experienced paranormal investigators—bringing narrative context and investigative practices to the four-hour program.
Historic Fort Adams as the investigation site
The entire exploration takes place within Historic Fort Adams in Newport, the preserved coastal fort whose stories of hauntings form the backbone of the evening’s investigations.
A four‑hour guided ghost hunt
Participants spend approximately four hours hearing the stories behind the fort’s eerie reputation and engaging with the investigative process under the guidance of the lead investigator and volunteers.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
Expect a deliberate evening: a guided, four-hour exploration that threads historical anecdote with on-site investigation. The emphasis is both on the narratives that surround the fort and on experiencing its reputed paranormal phenomena under the supervision of David Raby and the volunteer investigative team.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who will get the most from this program
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No specific gear requirements were provided in the verified trip information.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the paranormal investigation?
The program runs for four hours.
Who leads the investigation?
The event is run by the Fort Adams Trust and led by author and paranormal investigator David Raby, supported by a volunteer team of paranormal investigators.
Where does the investigation take place?
The investigation takes place at Historic Fort Adams in Newport, Rhode Island.
Are there age restrictions?
Yes. Participants must be at least 12 years old.
When are scheduled dates for this program?
Verified scheduled dates include July 20, August 8, and October 18.