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Community Day & Hammond Jr's 136th Birthday Celebration
Date and Time
Saturday Apr 13, 2024
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
Saturday, April 13
10 - 3pm. The museum closes at 4pm.
Location
Hammond Castle Museum
80 Hesperus Avenue
Gloucester, MA 10930
Fees/Admission
Reserve your visit here: https://bit.ly/CommunityDayApril
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Contact Information
Mary Goldberg
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Description
Advance Reservation Required for Admission.
We are celebrating the start of our 49th consecutive season and our visionary founder, John Hays Hammond Jr., whose pioneering scientific achievements continue to shape modern technology! Born 136 years ago on April 13th, 1888, Hammond's enduring influence transcends time, and we're commemorating his extraordinary legacy. As our special gift to you, join us for free entrance into the Eric Pape, Gertrude Cawein at Hammond Castle Museum fine art exhibit. Let's celebrate Hammond's remarkable life together!
Saturday, April 13, 2024 Doors open: at 10:00 am, Timed Admission. The last entrance is at 3:00 pm.
Event Highlights: -Free admission to see the breathtaking Great Hall and a limited number of smaller exhibit spaces during your timed admittance and discover the magic that inspired Hammond's visionary creations. -Enjoy free access to the "Gertrude Cawein At Hammond Castle Museum" fine art exhibit of nearly 60 works by Eric Pape.
Please note: No admittance without advance registration. RSVP is required in order for us to manage attendance as capacity is limited. Not all rooms within the Museum will be open during this special event. Thank you for your understanding.