COMING THIS SEPTEMBER: 

Hammond in Italy invites visitors to step into the rich cultural tapestry that shaped John Hays Hammond Jr. during his travels across Italy from 1924 to 1928. This immersive, chronological exhibition offers a unique glimpse into the formative years of our founder through a curated blend of personal experience, historical context, and artistic appreciation.

Guests will follow Hammond’s footsteps through a comprehensive timeline of his travels, enhanced by a carefully selected display of Italian and Roman artifacts. An evocative ambient soundscape, inspired by the bustling streets of Rome, Venice, and Florence, surrounds the experience to help transport visitors into the atmosphere that once inspired the young inventor.

A celebration of the Hammond family’s deep affinity for Italian culture, the exhibit also includes intriguing personal touches such as Eating in Italy, a mid-century restaurant guide coauthored by Hammond’s brother, Richard Hammond. This small but fascinating inclusion reflects the family’s enduring passion for discovery and taste.

Whether you’re a lover of history, travel, or invention, Hammond in Italy will offer a rare window into the world that helped shape one of America’s most visionary minds. All of it can be explored within the walls of his extraordinary seaside home and laboratory.