Hours (When Historian Is Usually Present):
Wednesday: 10 AM – 4 PM
Saturday: 9 AM – 1 PM
Honoring Our Hometown Heroes! The banners applications for the third round of military (deceased) heroes are due March 15, 2027.
We wish to give a HUGE Thank You to sponsors who have donated funds toward the Hammond Hometown Heroes project. We are very grateful for the following businesses and individual who contributed to this honor program.
We wish to give a HUGE Thank You to sponsors who have donated funds toward the Hammond Hometown Heroes project. We are very grateful for the following businesses and individual who contributed to this honor program.
- Citizens Telephone Company
- Amy Fuller
- LP Thompson Insurance Agency
- Truax Insurance Agency, Inc.
- Vintage Doors, Inc.
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Hammond Hometown Heroes
Veteran Banner Project Press Release 4
Attention Hammond Residents! We now have 40 Hometown Hero Veteran Banners hanging in the Hammond village and Chippewa Bay.
Did you know! In our little town of Hammond, we have had over 320 veteran heroes serve in wars and conflicts over the years. And that doesn’t include those who served who have family connections to Hammond or have been long term seasonal residents.
If you know anyone or any family connected to area veterans, please pass the word, or have them contact our Hammond Historical Museum or our banner committee. We want to honor these heroes!
We are now accepting new applications for more veteran banners! These will be hung in the spring 2027.
If you have a deceased family veteran or know a veteran who fits the guidelines below, please let us know. Applications and details for ordering a banner will be available in several local locations including Hammond Historical Museum, the Town of Hammond offices, and Hammond Central School. You may also find applications on the following online locations: Town of Hammond website, Hammond Historical Museum website, the Facebook pages of the town, the museum, Hammond Memories, and Citizen’s cable page. You can request an application by email or mail at the addresses below.
Project Guidelines
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who has long term ties to the Hammond
communities.
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who was born and raised in Hammond.
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who has been in the Hammond area as a
seasonal resident for 30+ years
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who has long term connections (family) to
the Hammond community
* Veteran banners will be displayed on designated NG poles in the village of Hammond,
Chippewa Bay, Blind Bay, and Oak Point.
* Families who have multiple veteran members may have the option of placing two pictures
per banner.
* Banners will be 24X48 inches in size at a cost of $225 which includes the banner,
brackets, shipping, and installation.
* Banners are guaranteed for 3 years and after that time are either returned to the family or will continue
to be hung each year for a yearly fee of $25.
Banner orders deadline, including photos, discharge information, and payment, will be March 15, 2027.
Please contact us by email, [email protected]; or by mail at:
Veteran Banner Committee
c/o Hammond Historical Museum
P O Box 107 (1A North Main Street)
Hammond, NY 13646
PS If you go to the Donation page, you could pay right there. Even though it will say "Membership",
the historian will get the email notice & will know what it's for and will respond to your email.
You may send the application info to the above email address.
Veteran Banner Project Press Release 4
Attention Hammond Residents! We now have 40 Hometown Hero Veteran Banners hanging in the Hammond village and Chippewa Bay.
Did you know! In our little town of Hammond, we have had over 320 veteran heroes serve in wars and conflicts over the years. And that doesn’t include those who served who have family connections to Hammond or have been long term seasonal residents.
If you know anyone or any family connected to area veterans, please pass the word, or have them contact our Hammond Historical Museum or our banner committee. We want to honor these heroes!
We are now accepting new applications for more veteran banners! These will be hung in the spring 2027.
If you have a deceased family veteran or know a veteran who fits the guidelines below, please let us know. Applications and details for ordering a banner will be available in several local locations including Hammond Historical Museum, the Town of Hammond offices, and Hammond Central School. You may also find applications on the following online locations: Town of Hammond website, Hammond Historical Museum website, the Facebook pages of the town, the museum, Hammond Memories, and Citizen’s cable page. You can request an application by email or mail at the addresses below.
Project Guidelines
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who has long term ties to the Hammond
communities.
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who was born and raised in Hammond.
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who has been in the Hammond area as a
seasonal resident for 30+ years
* Any deceased honorably discharged veteran who has long term connections (family) to
the Hammond community
* Veteran banners will be displayed on designated NG poles in the village of Hammond,
Chippewa Bay, Blind Bay, and Oak Point.
* Families who have multiple veteran members may have the option of placing two pictures
per banner.
* Banners will be 24X48 inches in size at a cost of $225 which includes the banner,
brackets, shipping, and installation.
* Banners are guaranteed for 3 years and after that time are either returned to the family or will continue
to be hung each year for a yearly fee of $25.
Banner orders deadline, including photos, discharge information, and payment, will be March 15, 2027.
Please contact us by email, [email protected]; or by mail at:
Veteran Banner Committee
c/o Hammond Historical Museum
P O Box 107 (1A North Main Street)
Hammond, NY 13646
PS If you go to the Donation page, you could pay right there. Even though it will say "Membership",
the historian will get the email notice & will know what it's for and will respond to your email.
You may send the application info to the above email address.
The first 30 Hometown Heroes banners are up. Here's the link to the reading of the names on Memorial Day 2025: youtu.be/5RsudQf0Wf8
2026: Hammond Hometown Heroes Dedication 2026
2026: Hammond Hometown Heroes Dedication 2026
HAMMOND HOMETOWN HEROES Application Form
*Please complete & return to the address at the bottom of the page. Sponsors/Families will be responsible for all information, including accurate dates & spelling.
Rank:__________________________________________________________________________
First Name:____________________________________________________________________
Last Name:____________________________________________________________________
Branch of Service:_____________________________________________________________
Discharge papers: (____) (Please include a DD214 or other separation papers. If you do not have them, they may be obtained at archives.gov or call the Watertown Veterans Center at 315-782-5479.)
Era: (Check one or more boxes.)Other:__________________________________________________
(___) Global War on Terror (Sept. 2002-Present)
(___) Persian Gulf War (Aug. 1990-Aug. 1991)
(___) Cold War (Sept. 1945-Nov. 1975)
(___) Vietnam Conflict (Feb. 1962-Nov. 1975)
(___) Korean War (June 1950-Jan. 1955)
(___) WW II (Dec. 1940-Dec. 1945)
(___) WW I (Apr. 1917-Nov. 1918)
(___) Spanish American War (Apr. 1898-Aug. 1898)
(___) Civil War (1861-1865)
Sponsor/Family:_____________________________________________________________
Status: (KIA/POW/MIA)_____________________________________________________________
Medals: (with proof, such as purple heart; silver, gold or bronze star, etc.)_______________ ____________________________________________________________________________________
Photo: (_____) Include a photo of 150 dpi quality (or the best quality you have).
Contact name, address or email & phone no. (for any questions):_______________ ______________________________________________________________________________
Please make a check for $225 to Hammond Hometown Heroes & send to PO Box 107, Hammond, NY 13646 or bring to Hammond Historical Museum (Wed.10-4, Sat. 9-1).
Check out our new T-Shirts, Hoodies & Zippered Jackets! Colors may vary a bit, but are basically heather maroons & blues.
We have an assortment at the museum. Come & check them out!
You may download the order form below & send your order & check to us OR go to the donation page & then email [email protected] with the sizes & type of tops that you purchased. (Tax is included.)
2026 Calendars!
Another year of local farms, as well as the Class of 1976
The "Buy Now" Button is for Paypal, Debit or Credit Cards.
Calendars are now $12 each with $2.50 for shipping ($1 more is added for every additional calendar ordered & tax is included).
Or you may send check to
HH Museum, PO Box 107, Hammond, NY 13646.
OUR FIRST KNOWN SETTLER WAS WILLIAM MCNEIL.
He lived in a cave on the shore of Chippewa Bay prior to 1812. The solid 8 foot tall stone statue of William McNeil in front of our museum was carved by local artist, Carmen D'Avino.
He lived in a cave on the shore of Chippewa Bay prior to 1812. The solid 8 foot tall stone statue of William McNeil in front of our museum was carved by local artist, Carmen D'Avino.
Our 2022 & 2023 Additions!
a 12x24 Amish shed (to be moved to the town side of the barn)-to store Scottish festival goods
a new train shelf & 1951 Lionel train running in the new addition
a 12x24 Amish shed (to be moved to the town side of the barn)-to store Scottish festival goods
a new train shelf & 1951 Lionel train running in the new addition
— THANK YOU FOR VISITING —
Hammond, New York is a beautiful, rural farming community that borders the spectacular St. Lawrence River, Thousand Islands and Black Lake Regions of Upstate New York. We have a rich history of farmers that in many cases are descendants from Scottish settlers that came here in 1818. Our special museum holds many artifacts unique to Hammond and its people. We are committed and focused on preserving the memories and heritage of generations of Hammond residents. We are particularly proud to live in an area that boasts some of the largest concentrations of Scottish Stone Houses throughout the United States!
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