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Step into the shadowy world of Edgar Allan Poe at this fully interactive murder mystery experience in Jersey City. Uncover secrets, trade gossip, and solve a murder — all while playing a character in a live theatrical event set in the 1840s. Every guest holds a clue, including you!
About the Event Edgar Allan Poe is at the height of his career and throwing a lavish party to celebrate the launch of his new literary magazine, The Stylus. The guest list is as eclectic as the man himself: prominent Jersey City patrons, colorful characters from Poe’s adventurous past, and a few whose intentions are far less celebratory. What begins as a joyful gathering descends into a night of suspense, secrets, and shadows.
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How Murder at the Mansion Works You’ll be assigned a unique character with a backstory, secrets to guard, and gossip to trade. Talk to other guests, uncover hidden artifacts, and piece together the mystery before the night is over. This is fully interactive theater and everyone plays a part.
Event Details Date: October 24, 2026 Location: Barrow Mansion, Jersey City, NJ Doors open 6:30pm | Event runs 7:00–9:30pm Cash bar (beer, wine & non-alcoholic) + light snacks Costumes encouraged! 21+ only Tickets are $70 Tickets & FAQ How will I know my character? Your character description will be emailed approximately two weeks before the event.
It includes your backstory, costume inspiration, and gossip to use on the night. Do I have to participate? Yes — this is fully interactive theater.
You’ll have information others need, and you’ll need information from others. The more you engage, the better the experience. Do I need to wear a period costume?
The event is set in the 1840s, but period dress is not required. Dress as you think your character would. Are tickets refundable?
No. Your role is custom-designed upon purchase. If you can’t attend, contact the event coordinator — some roles are interconnected and others may need to know.
Will there be food and drinks? Light snacks are provided. A cash bar offers beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Is the venue accessible? Yes. The Barrow Mansion has a chair lift from the courtyard to the porch and an elevator to the lower floor.
For additional ADA accommodations, contact communications@barrowmansion.org. Is there parking? The Barrow Mansion does not have on-site parking.
Street parking is available in downtown Jersey City, and paid garages are nearby.
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Registration, tickets, accessibility and last-minute changes are handled by the organizer. Confirm details before you go.
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