# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Kid's Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Families and young explorers alike will love Kids Free Week at the Hammond Castle Museum, taking place during Massachusetts school vacation from April 20 through 24. This special opportunity invites children to experience the Museum at no cost, making it easier than ever to enjoy a memorable cultural outing together.

At the heart of the experience is the extraordinary work of Eric Pape, whose imaginative illustrations transport viewers into richly detailed worlds of legend, storytelling, and wonder. Rarely seen since his passing in 1938, these original works offer a unique chance for children to engage with art in a way that feels both magical and inspiring. 

Admission also includes a self-guided tour of the full museum, allowing families to explore the remarkable spaces of Hammond Castle Museum at their own pace. From art and history to architecture and innovation, Kids Free Week offers a rich, immersive experience designed to spark curiosity and inspire creativity in visitors of all ages.

As a repeated Reader’s Choice Best of North Shore winner by Northshore Magazine and a TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice award recipient for the last four consecutive years, you can trust that your visit will be an unforgettable experience. As a STEAM-inspired organization (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics), we also celebrate our role as a historic house museum and lapidarium, emphasizing works of stone and marble in ways that set us apart. This fusion of disciplines makes Hammond Castle Museum a true New England treasure.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gloucester/kids-free-week-at-hammond-castle-museum/200029933555344
- **Event Categories**: kids, art, trips-adventures, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 23

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Gloucester
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01930
- **lat**: 42.58468
- **long**: -70.69376
- **full address**: 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01930

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Kid's Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum being held?
  - **A:** Kid's Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum takes place on Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Mon, 20 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01930.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Kid's Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum?
  - **A:** Kid's Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum is organized by Hammond Castle Museum.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Hammond Castle Museum's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Hammond Castle Museum a rating of 3/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Hammond Castle Museum has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Kid's Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gloucester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Kid's Free Week at Hammond Castle Museum sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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