The Museum & Grounds are now closed to the public.
We will open for tours during the Presidents Day holiday week, February 16 – 20th.
The Museum & Grounds are now closed to the public.
We will open for tours during the Presidents Day holiday week, February 16 – 20th.
A historic treasure perched along the stunning coastline of Gloucester, Massachusetts. With nearly 100 years of history, this medieval-style castle was the creation of famed inventor John Hays Hammond Jr. and now serves as an exciting STEAM museum that blends history, science, and art.
Hammond Castle Museum offers visitors an array of interactive exhibits, educational programming, and hosts a variety of community events, from seasonal tours to theatrical performances and family-friendly activities.
Whether you’re exploring our collection of antiquities, delving into early 20th-century technology, or attending one of our engaging events, Hammond Castle Museum is a must-visit for history enthusiasts, families, and curious minds. Plan your visit today and experience one of New England’s premier cultural destinations!
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Hammond Castle Museum offers an enchanting setting for your special moments. Whether it’s an engagement, elopement, or wedding celebration, the Castle provides the perfect backdrop for both grand gatherings and smaller celebrations alike. Let your love story start in a place as timeless as romance itself.
We are proud to share that Hammond Castle Museum has been awarded the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award for the fourth consecutive year, placing us among the top-rated attractions across the globe. Since 2002, the Travelers’ Choice Awards have highlighted the best experiences in travel, based entirely on the reviews and ratings of millions of guests from around the world. Unlike traditional awards that rely on applications or editorial selections, these honors reflect the genuine opinions of real travelers over a 12-month period.
This global recognition is matched by our heartfelt local support. We are also honored to have been voted a Reader’s Choice Winner in the Best of the North Shore (BONS) by Northshore Magazine in three standout categories:
These local awards mean so much because they come from the people who know us best. When our neighbors choose to share the Museum with visiting family and friends, it is the highest compliment we could receive.
To all who have visited, reviewed, voted, or recommended us, thank you. Your support continues to shape our story.
Now is the perfect time to purchase a Membership! Don’t miss any chance to enjoy expanded access to this evolving STEAM Museum and vibrant historic site through YOUR Membership!
Help us safeguard an irreplicable piece of history as we continue to restore and preserve our nearly century-old historic site.
For events from 10 to 100 guests, the Museum has designed exciting tours to encourage corporate team building and development.
Our members enjoy free admission to new, temporary exhibits and daytime tours, savings on special event tickets, and invitations to member events. As a non-profit organization, your membership is tax-deductible.
Your support enables us to continue to evolve by creating new content, new exhibits, and new programs, as well as to restore and preserve this historic site for generations.
Members enjoy up to 10% off special events, Candlelight Tours, Spiritualism by Candlelight Tours, and all purchases in the Museum Shop.
We will open our doors for public tours during Presidents’ Week school vacation, February 16th – 20th.
The Museum will continue to offer special events throughout February and March.
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