Hammond Castle Museum, Neighbor
- Hamilton-Wenham, MA
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Hammond Castle Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is not handicapped accessible. Built from 1926 through 1929, and incorporated as a museum in 1930, the castle’s architectural style is mix of a medieval castle, French chateau, and a Gothic cathedral. It was custom built to encompass John Hay Hammond, Jr's private residence, laboratory, and museum quality collection of architectural elements such as the facades of medieval shops and doorways from French chateaus. Also on display is Hammond’s extensive list of patents, his work with radio control and his work on guided torpedoes for the military.
The museum offers self-guided and guided tours and numerous educational and cultural events throughout the year. It is also available for corporate and private event rentals. For more information, please contact Hammond Castle Museum at info@hammondcastle.org, 978-283-2080 or visit Hammondcastle.org.