Hammond Castle Museum

Hammond Castle Museum is a fully functioning museum in Gloucester, Massachusetts, offering a distinctive wedding venue on a manicured property overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Built as the home of inventor and collector John Hays Hammond Jr., the castle showcases Medieval architecture, Renaissance art, and unique collections displayed throughout the property until his death in 1965. The venue features a Great Hall with sweeping views of Gloucester Harbor, Renaissance Dining Room, Library with a whisper ceiling, and a courtyard with tropical plants and pool. The Ocean lawn and surrounding gardens provide additional ceremony and photography locations. The museum staff provides security, parking assistance, and optional educational tours as part of the wedding experience. Private rooms for both bride and groom are available throughout events.