New Orleans: Seance & Paranormal Experience

The unusual draw here is the format: you begin with a séance aimed at connecting with your own guides or loved ones, then use paranormal tools to investigate the building’s resident spirits. Bloody Mary leads both parts in a haunted museum closed to everyone else for the event.

I like the mix of learning and participation, and the chance to see the museum’s occult collections and haunted dolls as part of the night. One thing to weigh: this is a sober, after-hours experience with a fixed start, a non-refundable booking, and no guarantee that any spirit will respond.

• Two distinct sessions: The night pairs a Victorian-style séance with a hands-on ghost hunt.
• Bloody Mary leads: Expect storytelling, instruction, and guidance through the rituals and equipment.
• A locked-down setting: You’ll be inside a roughly 200-year-old haunted building after hours.
• Bring a keepsake if you like: A photograph or memento of a loved one may help focus your séance.
• Participation is optional: You can try the methods or sit back and observe.
• Plan to arrive on time and sober: Late arrivals cannot enter, and intoxicated participants may forfeit their booking.

A séance, then a ghost hunt

This is not simply a ghost story session with a few spooky props. The 150-minute event is designed as a learn-and-do introduction to spirit communication, followed by a hands-on investigation using paranormal equipment. The first half focuses on séance practices and the second on the house’s resident spirits.

The guide, Bloody Mary, sets the tone and leads the group through each stage. The experience is described as French Spiritism in a Victorian séance style, rather than English Gallery-style spiritualism. That distinction matters if you have encountered other kinds of mediumship before: the emphasis here is on participating in a circle and trying different ways of making contact, not just watching a medium work.

You can come with a specific person or spirit in mind, such as a family member, friend, or guide. You can also try to connect with a past life, or simply follow along without naming anyone. The stated aim is to give you practical methods and shared learning, but results are unpredictable. The event does not promise that a particular person or spirit will come through.

That uncertainty is part of the bargain. If you want a polished show with a guaranteed scare, this is probably not the right fit. If you’re curious about spiritualism and willing to take part without expecting proof, the mix of instruction, ritual, and investigation offers more to engage with.

Grounding before you try to connect

The séance begins with a period of isolation and deep breathing intended to help participants enter an alpha state. From there, Bloody Mary guides the group through grounding, protection, and connection practices associated with New Orleans spiritual traditions. You’ll ceremonially open the way and call on guides and a valet, according to the event’s described approach.

The practical value of this opening is that it gives the group a shared structure. Rather than being handed equipment at the door and told to hunt, you first learn the event’s approach to spiritual protection and communication. That can make the proceedings easier to follow, especially if you’re new to séances or unsure how actively you want to participate.

You don’t need to arrive with experience in mediumship. The session is pitched to people who are already intuitive as well as those who want to explore the subject for the first time. You can try the exercises, listen, or take cues from the group. Your participation is welcome, but you are not required to force a personal connection.

The guide’s role is central. Bloody Mary is presented as both psychic medium and spirit guide, and the experience depends on her instructions and storytelling as much as on the room itself. A verified booking review praised her as an entertaining storyteller who knew her subject. That makes the guided format a key part of the value: you’re not left to interpret every ritual or object on your own.

A personal keepsake can help focus the séance

If you have a photograph or small memento of a loved one, you’re welcome to bring it. The item is meant to help focus your attention and may be used to facilitate a sense of connection. It is an option, not a requirement, and it does not ensure that a specific person will respond.

The invitation includes friends, family, spirit guides, and even past lives. That broad scope means you don’t need to arrive with a personal loss or a clear spiritual question. You can take part in the group’s attempts to communicate and learn from the different connections people make.

The emotional tone may vary. The event notes that laughter, tears, and intrigue are all possible, which is a useful expectation to set before you go. A séance can feel personal even when you’re sharing the room with others, so consider your own comfort level before bringing a keepsake tied to a difficult memory.

You’re also free to observe. The group’s shared input is treated as part of the learning, but quiet attention is a valid way to experience the ritual. If you’re uncertain about participating, you can arrive open-minded and decide how involved you want to be as the evening unfolds.

Haunted dolls, occult objects, and the parlor

The event takes place in a haunted museum with collections of occult items, altars, paranormal equipment, and haunted dolls. The room itself is part of the experience, rather than a neutral meeting space. One verified booking review singled out the haunted dolls as a favorite detail, particularly for a daughter attending with her parent.

That gives the first part of the evening a visual dimension beyond the séance itself. You’ll be surrounded by objects tied to the museum’s atmosphere and interests, and Bloody Mary’s storytelling helps place them within the night’s supernatural theme. The exact objects or stories covered are not specified, so go expecting a collection to explore rather than a fixed museum tour with a guaranteed list of stops.

The parlor is also said to have 18 or more resident ghosts. Treat that as part of the venue’s identity and the premise of the investigation, not as a measurable promise that you’ll detect a spirit. The experience is explicit that contact is uncertain, and that distinction is important if you value a candid account over a guaranteed paranormal result.

A reviewer called the overall night their favorite New Orleans experience, praising the storytelling and the séance ritual. That is a strong endorsement of the atmosphere and the guide-led format, but the appeal will depend on your interest in spiritualism and haunted collections. This is a specialized night out, not a broad introduction to the city’s history.

Switching from séance to equipment

After the séance, the group moves into the ghost-hunt portion and uses professional paranormal equipment to attempt communication with the building’s spirits. The description mentions ITC, EMF tools, and a ghost box, and emphasizes a hands-on approach that goes beyond relying on a meter alone. You’ll have the chance to use equipment rather than merely watch someone else operate it.

The shift in method is one of the event’s most useful features. The séance asks you to focus inward and work through spiritualist practices; the investigation turns attention outward to the room and the devices. Trying both in one night gives you two different ways to think about communication, even if neither produces an answer you can verify.

There’s no promise that the tools will register anything or that a spirit will make contact. Devices can give you something to observe and discuss, but the event leaves the outcome open. I’d approach the equipment as part of a guided investigation, not as scientific proof of the supernatural.

You’ll be the only group inside the building during the after-hours lockdown, according to the event’s description. That exclusive access is a real part of the appeal: there are no regular museum visitors moving through the space while you investigate. It also means the start time and arrival rules matter. If you are late, you cannot enter.

What $125 buys you

At $125 per person, this is a premium, specialized evening rather than a low-cost haunted-house visit. The price covers 150 minutes, a guided séance, a ghost hunt, access to the museum after hours, and hands-on use of paranormal equipment. It also buys a structured experience led by Bloody Mary, with time divided between learning, ritual, the collections, and investigation.

The value is strongest if you’re interested in both mediumship and ghost hunting. A casual visitor who only wants a quick scare may not get enough from the instructional parts to justify the cost. Someone who wants to learn several communication methods, explore the collections, and use equipment in a controlled setting has more to gain from the full session.

The two-part format helps the price feel less like paying for a single spectacle. You get a guided spiritualist circle and a separate investigation, with the building itself providing the setting for both. Still, you should book for curiosity and participation, not for a guaranteed paranormal encounter. No spirit may come through, and that uncertainty is stated plainly.

Only four ratings are reflected in the supplied information, so treat the perfect score as encouraging but not conclusive. The two detailed accounts particularly praise Bloody Mary’s storytelling, the charged atmosphere, the séance, and the haunted dolls. One reviewer also felt the night was worth every penny. Those comments point to the event’s strengths, while the small number of ratings means they cannot tell you how every participant will respond.

Getting there and following the house rules

Meet at the Haunted Museum at 826-828 N Rampart Street five minutes before your scheduled start. Because it is an after-hours event, Bloody Mary or a member of the team will let you in personally; they may still be finishing a previous paranormal event. Don’t treat the five-minute arrival window as a suggestion, since late arrivals cannot enter.

This is a strictly sober event. Alcohol and drugs are not allowed, and anyone who arrives intoxicated may be refused entry and forfeit the reservation. Smoking indoors, food, video recording, and audio recording are also prohibited. The event’s rules are meant to protect the setting and the group’s work, so plan your evening around them.

The tour is in English and is listed as wheelchair accessible. Unaccompanied minors are not allowed. The booking is non-refundable, so check your plans before paying the $125 per person price.

At the end, the group closes and cleanses the space. That final step gives the night a defined finish after the séance and ghost hunt, rather than leaving participants with an open-ended ritual. You should still think about your own comfort with the subject matter, particularly if spiritual communication or personal memories are emotionally charged for you.

Is this the right New Orleans night for you?

Book this if you’re curious about spiritualism, interested in trying rather than only watching, and comfortable with an unpredictable outcome. It suits people who enjoy atmospheric settings, personal storytelling, occult collections, or paranormal equipment. You don’t need prior experience, and you can participate at your own level.

Think twice if you want a conventional guided history tour, a theatrical scare with a predictable script, or a guaranteed message from a loved one. The core appeal is the chance to learn several methods, take part in a séance, and investigate a historic building after hours. The core limitation is the same as the premise: no one can promise what, if anything, will happen.

For the best fit, arrive sober and on time, bring a photo or keepsake only if it feels right, and go in ready to observe as much as to participate. If that sounds like a worthwhile use of $125 and two and a half hours, this is a distinctive way to spend an evening in New Orleans.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

It lasts 150 minutes, or two and a half hours.

How much does it cost?

The price is $125 per person.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet at the Haunted Museum at 826-828 N Rampart Street, five minutes before the scheduled start.

Who leads the event?

Bloody Mary’s Tours provides the experience, and Bloody Mary leads the séance and ghost-hunt event.

Is this a sober event?

Yes. Alcohol and drugs are not allowed, and intoxicated participants may be refused entry and forfeit their reservation.

What happens during the experience?

The event combines a séance with a hands-on ghost hunt using paranormal equipment inside the museum.

Can I bring something belonging to a loved one?

Yes. You may bring a photograph or memento to help focus the séance.

Do I have to take part in the séance?

No. You can participate or sit back and observe.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, it is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Can I arrive late or cancel for a refund?

Late arrivals cannot enter, and the activity is non-refundable.