Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight at Hammond Castle Museum

Offers Multiple Tour Times:

Hammond Castle Museum’s Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight are an opportunity to explore the history of the Spiritualist movement and the occult side of the Museum’s past and to see one of the North Shore’s most iconic historical landmarks in a whole new light. From John Hays Hammond Jr.’s attempts to communicate with supernatural entities using a Faraday Cage to Irene Fenton Hammond’s extensive astrological writings under a mysterious pen name, this 55-minute fully guided specialty tour sets the stage for a fun and informative seasonal experience unlike any other—enhanced by the dramatic, Gothic-inspired architecture of the building and the nighttime atmosphere. Electronic candles will be provided for optional use by visitors for the duration of the Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight. Not recommended for children under 13.

New this season: Visitors who purchase tickets to the Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight enjoy additional complimentary access to the Museum’s oceanside terrace lawn for a carry-in/carry-out picnic on the date of their reservation. Picnicking access is available between 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm, and will only be available if the weather permits. The Museum will not provide any food or beverages, although bottled water is available for purchase in the Museum Shop. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the property.

Admission: July, August & September: $25. October: $30
Member savings apply.

Important Accessibility Information: Hammond Castle Museum is a historic landmark, built in the late 1920s, and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places for over 50 years. As such, the Museum is not fully handicapped accessible. To access the Museum’s Lobby and the Museum Shop from our parking lot, visitors must descend a flight of approximately 30 exterior stone stairs, only a portion of which has a railing. Accessing all galleries of the Museum involves navigating over 160 total steps across more than six levels. Additionally, most galleries in the Museum do not have visitor seating. The Museum is committed to providing reasonable accommodations and alternatives to visitors in need of additional assistance. For more information, contact the Museum at: info@hammondcastle.org.