Tucked away on the rocky shores of Gloucester, Massachusetts, lies a castle that seems out of place, as though it were transported from another time and place. This European-style Medieval castle is more than just a stunning piece of architecture—it's the home of John Hays Hammond Jr., a genius inventor, and the site of a passionate, yet tragic love story. But the real mystery? The castle is said to be haunted by restless spirits, with countless reports of strange happenings and ghostly encounters that still echo through its stone walls.
In this episode, we’ll take you through the fascinating history of Hammond Castle, from its creation as a personal sanctuary of love and invention to the chilling tales of mediumship and paranormal activity that have followed its builder and his family. Was it truly a place of innovation and romance—or is something darker at play within its haunted halls?
Join us for the enchanted story of Hammond Castle, where the line between history and the supernatural blurs.
And remember, it always gets a little Weirder, After Dark.
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Sources:
Hammond Castle. Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hammond_Castle.
Dandola, John. The Ghosts of Hammond Castle. Tory Corner Editions, 2001.
John Hays Hammond Jr. Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hays_Hammond_Jr..
John Hays Hammond. Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Hays_Hammond.
Dandola, John. Living in the Past, Looking to the Future: The Biography of John Hays Hammond Jr. Quincannon Publishing Group, 2004.
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