Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden, North Salem

About Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden

Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden is an intimate arts museum in North Salem where visitors explore innovative art exhibitions, take ceramic and painting classes through the Adams School of Art, and stroll through tranquil Japanese-style gardens. The Adams School of Art offers adult ceramic courses, paint and draw workshops, and youth and teen classes throughout the season. Cultural programs and special events, such as film screenings, music concerts, and artist talks, are scheduled regularly. Visitors can enjoy lawn games including giant chess, bocce ball, croquet, and cornhole on the grounds, and self-provided picnics are welcome on the patio or in the garden. General admission is charged, with discounted rates for seniors, students, and veterans. Children five and older pay full admission, though younger children enter free. The museum operates by appointment and on select days, and hours are published on its website at hammondmuseum.org.