Hammond Castle Museum

Hammond Castle Museum, located at 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930, offers a unique and secluded off-site setting for private group functions, large or small. The venue is designed to match most of an organization’s needs, from day-long internal company gatherings to recognition events and customized entertaining with clients or customers.

Function Rooms and Capacities

• The Great Hall:

• Capacity: Up to 90 attendees for open audience seating.
• Catering: Buffet lunches and post-meeting receptions can be incorporated.
• Banquets: Seated banquets for up to 100 diners can be integrated with meetings or held standalone.

• Outdoor Spaces:

• The venue's lawns and gardens can accommodate up to 120 guests, providing a picturesque backdrop for events.

Services

• Catering: The museum offers preferred catering lists, allowing for customized dining arrangements.

• Team-Building Activities: Exciting tours and team-building exercises are available, incorporating the museum’s unique architecture and vast collection of Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance artifacts.

• Guided Tours: Educational and entertaining guided tours are provided, focusing on the extraordinary professional and social life of John Hays Hammond Jr.

• Receptions and Dinners: The museum staff can arrange receptions and dinners, often combined with team-building exercises.

• Security and Parking: The museum staff offers security and parking assistance to ensure a smooth event experience.

• Entertainment: The venue provides a memorable experience with entertaining and educational tours, making it an ideal choice for corporate events and meetings.

Event Details

• Availability: The facility is available year-round, with seasonal hours and flexible times during the off-season.

• Rental Fees: Rental fees range from $6,000 to $8,500, depending on the day of the week and event duration. A non-refundable, transferable $2,500 deposit is required to secure the date.

• Event Setup: Events may start setting up at 3:30 PM, and the rental begins at 5 PM. The bridal party may also arrive at 3:30 PM, and guests may arrive starting at 5 PM.

Hammond Castle Museum offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern event facilities, making it an ideal choice for meetings, conferences, and special events.