🏰 Hammond Castle Museum – Where Medieval Meets Radio Waves! ⚡️

This weekend's castle visit turned into a wild ride through tech history—turns out, this Gothic gem was the home/lab of John Hays Hammond Jr., the "Father of Radio Control"! (Also: wedding hotspot—we got booted early for a ceremony! 💒) ⚡️ Why This Castle Rocks: • 🧪 Inventor's Playground: Built 1926-29 as Hammond’s private residence + secret lab (peek his original radio gear & prototypes!). • 🏛️ Medieval Vibes: Stone towers, stained glass, and ocean views—Instagram gold. • 🤯 Hidden Tech Legacy: This guy pioneered: • Remote controls (yes, your TV clicker started HERE!). • WWII military tech (radio-guided weapons, navigation systems). • Early electronic music (inspired the Hammond organ!). 📍 Fast Facts: 📌 Address: 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA (~1hr from Boston) ⏳ Hours: Check ahead—weddings = sudden closures! 🎟️ Admission: $20 adults (worth it for the drama + drones backstory). 🔍 Pro Tips: • Ask about the "Hammond Effect"—his spooky radio wave discoveries! • Spot the hidden lab doors (like a techy Hogwarts). • Visit the cliffside courtyard—perfect #IYKYK selfie spot. 🚀 Why Nerds Freak Out Here: Hammond’s work led to modern drones, smart homes, and even Mars rovers. Not bad for a dude who lived in a DIY castle, right? #BostonDayTrips #HiddenHistory #CastleVibes #TechHeritage #InventorLife #NewEnglandTravel #RadioGeek #WeddingCrashing #DroneFather #MAHistory