Hamilton Hall, Federal community center at Chestnut Street, Salem, United States
Hamilton Hall stands as a three-story brick building with Palladian windows, Doric columns, and intricate carvings designed by architect Samuel McIntire in 1805.
The hall, named after Alexander Hamilton, emerged from political tensions between Federalists and Jeffersonians, with local merchant families investing 22,000 dollars in its construction.
The second-floor ballroom includes a curved balcony and sprung floor that has hosted numerous celebrations, including the traditional Christmas Week dance since the early 1800s.
Located at 9 Chestnut Street, the National Historic Landmark serves as a venue for weddings, private functions, and educational lectures organized by the Ladies Committee.
John Remond, a free Black Caribbean businessman, operated his catering enterprise from Hamilton Hall in 1826, establishing a connection to the abolitionist movement.
Location: Salem
Architectural style: Federal architecture
Address: 9 Chestnut Street
GPS coordinates: 42.51983,-70.89967
Latest update: June 1, 2025 08:44
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