Question 1

What is Phasmagorica?

Accepted Answer

Phasmagorica is an immersive séance experience in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Thirteen guests enter a purpose-built chamber shaped by sacred geometry, spectral light, and a thirteen-speaker Dolby Atmos system to attempt spirit contact using ritual objects, trigger items, and arcane instruments. It is guided and immersive.  You become the medium.

Question 2

Is it a haunted house?

Accepted Answer

No. There are no jump scares, no actors in costume, no theatrical ghosts, and no trickery. Phasmagorica is highly curated; every detail is designed and deliberate.  Its strength is that what happens is plausible and every guest gets to decide the nature of the experience.

Question 3

How long does it last?

Accepted Answer

The experiment has three phases and runs approximately ninety minutes. Afterward, you are welcomed into the Salon for drinks and conversation, and to explore the interactive exhibits and curiosities of the Chapter House.

Question 4

Where is it?

Accepted Answer

The Chapter House is in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Its exact location and arrival details are sent to you after you reserve. This is deliberate.

Question 5

How do I get tickets?

Accepted Answer

Thirteen evenings per month are released each lunar cycle, and seating is limited to thirteen guests, with one or two seatings per night. Current dates are on the calendar page, and reservations are made online

Question 6

Is there an age requirement?

Accepted Answer

Guests must be at least 21 years of age.

Question 7

Is the circle safely and properly opened and closed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The circle is opened and closed according to established ritual practice, with knowledge, respect, intention, and care. We take both the invitation and the closing seriously. Nothing about this part of the evening is casual.

Question 8

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

Guests often dress for the occasion, and it suits the room, but nothing is required. During summer months, the chamber can get warm. Festive yet comfortable is encouraged, but definitely come as you are.

Question 9

Do I have to believe in any of this?

Accepted Answer

No. Believers, skeptics, and hopeful skeptics are equally welcome. Skeptics often have some of the most interesting evenings. Belief is optional. Experience is inevitable.  Whatever your belief and whatever your experience, most consider it a fabulous, adventurous evening.

Question 10

Is it frightening?

Accepted Answer

It is highly curated, and moments could be unsettling in the way a story, movie or music carries moments of tension and release. It is not designed to frighten you, and most guests describe it as wondrous rather than scary.

Question 11

Can I come with a group, or book the whole chamber?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Full-chamber reservations are available for private parties, companies, and celebrations. Inquire through Private Circles.

Question 12

Is it accessible?

Accepted Answer

There is some wheelchair access, but there are stairs, close seating, immersive sound and light and brief flashes of light, and a period of total darkness.  If you have needs or concerns, please reach out directly to admin@phasmagorica.com, and we will be happy to answer questions and work with you directly to the best of our ability.

Question 13

Where do I park?

Accepted Answer

There is parking on site within our gated property and outside the property for overflow.

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