LAST CHANCE TO SEE HAMMOND CASTLE DURING THEIR “DECK THE HALLS” EVENT -WITH ROOMS BEAUTIFULLY APPOINTED FOR THE HOLIDAYS BY LOCAL FLORISTS AND LANDSCAPERS INCLUDING ANNISQUAM LANDCARE, CHAPMAN’S, LINDA BROWN, HARBORSIDE INTERIORS, AND AUDREYS

Don’t miss this magical (and first annual newly reinstated) “Deck the Halls” holiday event at Hammond Castle. Each of the main rooms of the Castle has been exquisitely decorated by local florists and landscapers, and also draws from the Museum’s own vintage holiday decorations that had been packed away several decades ago.

“Deck the Halls” is just one of the many events designed to engage the greater Cape Ann community. Linda Harvey, the Museum’s Executive Director, and her staff, are transforming Hammond Castle, from a sleepy museum into a vibrant member of the Cape Ann arts and culture institutions.

“Deck the Halls” is open daily through the week, from 10am to 3pm, closing on Friday, December 20th. Plus, if you stop in at the gift shop and purchase an item in an amount greater than $20.00, admission to the Museum is FREE. This is a wonderful deal because the gift shop is chock-a-block full of unique, castle-by-the-sea inspired presents, especially for the youngest on your holiday gift list.

*Note- The nutcrackers are handmade in Germany, not Chinese factory made.

Thank you to Mayor Sefatia for the suggestion not to miss the exhibit, and to bring bring my camera along so our readers will also want to pop on over 🙂

 

 

 

Decked the Halls of the Beauport Hotel

A friend and I went to the Beauport Hotel last night for their “Deck the Halls” event.  We had a really nice time and it was just what I needed to help get further into the holiday mood.  The Beauport, which is exquisitely decorated with what I have previously called Pottery Barn Meets America’s Cup, looks even more beautiful dressed in its holiday best.  Kudos to designer, Dana Markos, who was transformed the hotel’s grand main floor into a winter wonderland.  Kudos to the hotel staff for their holiday cheer and gracious smiles as guests mingled, nibbled, and sipped.