A Dynamic STEAM Museum & Historic Landmark

 

Hammond Castle Museum was the home and laboratory of John Hays Hammond Jr., one of America’s most prolific inventors and the “Father of Radio Control.” Built between 1926 and 1929 and incorporated as a museum in 1930, the Museum blends medieval, Gothic, and French village architecture.

 

Today, Hammond Castle Museum is a dynamic STEAM museum, blending its historical significance as both a historic house museum and a lapidarium. Inside, you’ll not only discover ancient, medieval, and Renaissance architectural elements and artifacts—including stone archways, sarcophagi, grave markers, and an extraordinary collection of stone and marble works—but you’ll also find a vibrant museum offering fresh educational and cultural arts programming. Visitors can explore items from the archival collection that have not been publicly seen in generations, along with newly curated content and the most up-to-date information on the provenance of many pieces in our collection.

 

New Temporary Exhibits

 

This season, Hammond Castle Museum presents four rotating exhibits exploring John Hays Hammond Jr.’s work and personal interests:

 

  • Spinning Platters with Hammond: Inside the World of Vinyl Records (April 29 – August 31)
  •  Hammond in Italy: The Love Affair Between the Hammonds & Italian Culture (September 10 – January 4, 2025)

 

Inventions Exhibit Room Highlights:

 

  • Spring & Summer: Hammond’s groundbreaking Videotape Technology
  • Fall & Winter: Hammond’s Ahead-of-their-Time Advertising Signs

 

A Must-See Destination

 

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Hammond Castle Museum has been recognized as a Northshore Magazine Reader’s Choice Best of North Shore winner and a TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice award recipient for the last three consecutive years.

 

Visitors can explore the Great Hall, indoor courtyard, the inventions room, the temporary exhibit room, library, lower den, and more, as well as enjoy the stunning coastal grounds. The museum offers both self-guided and guided tours along with a variety of educational and cultural events throughout the season.

 

  • Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight – Thursday evenings, July through October with the option for a free carry-in/carry out picnic.
  • Candlelight Tours – Thursday evenings in December

 

Onsite parking is available. Advanced ticket reservations are encouraged.

 

 Plan Your Visit: www.hammondcastle.org

 

New This Season – Flexible Arrival Times for Self-Guided Tours

 

Experience Hammond Castle Museum at your own pace with our new flexible arrival times for self-guided tours. Your ticket grants you entry anytime within the designated periods, allowing you to explore stress-free.

 

Morning Session: 9:00 am – 11:45 am
Afternoon Session: 11:45 am – 2:30 pm

 

We recommend planning for at least 60 minutes to fully explore the museum’s fascinating galleries, unique architectural elements, and breathtaking Atlantic views.

 

 

Hammond Castle Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Annual memberships are available, and the museum is also available for private and corporate rentals year-round.

 

Accessibility Note: Due to its historic nature, Hammond Castle Museum is not wheelchair accessible.

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