Self-Guided Tour of the Patton Homestead

Come to the Patton Homestead in Hamilton Massachusetts for a self-guided Sails and Trails Tour

Visitors are invited to engage in a self-guided audio tour created by the Wenham Museum for the Patton Family Archive and Town of Hamilton. Participants may come to the property at their leisure. A kiosk housing the QR code, and start of the tour, is located in the lower, gravel parking lot; parking is free of charge. The tour shares historical information about the Patton Family and grounds. Upon completion, guests are encouraged to explore the nature trail along the Ipswich River and take in the view at the Greenbelt River Overlook.

Special Instructions:

  • Tour starts at the kiosk in the “Public Parking” lot.
  • Please make sure you or someone in your group has a device which can scan a QR code for tour information.
When: 
Daily, September 14-29, 2024 8:30am-5pm
Location: 
Prices: 
FREE as part of Trails & Sails
Phone: 
978.468.5590
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