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Town in Massachusetts, United States
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Hamilton is a North Shore city in Massachusetts with a population of about 7,500 in 2020. Hamilton is closely tied to its sister town, Wenham, sharing a school system, library, recreation department and commuter rail station. In 2010, the community of Hamilton-Wenham was listed among the "Best Places to Live" by Boston Magazine.
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This historical Methodist Camp is home for many S. Hamilton residents. It includes many smaller neighborhoods with small houses full of character. Each house is painted in bright colors with unique architectural designs.
Home of General George S. Patton's historic World War II military tank, this park has walking, running, and biking paths, a playground, public baseball fields, tennis courts, basketball, and volleyball courts. There's also a community swimming pool. During the summer, there are local musical acts featured in the park's center gazebo.
A ground-based observatory for scientific observation of the sun.
Boating and swimming, many hidden spots for romantic picnics and getaways.
Country club with golf course, tennis courts, swimming pools, and a few acres of open field where polo is played every Sunday in the spring.
Local theater company creates fun, lively versions of classic Broadway plays and musicals, casting both children and adults.
Indigenous art from the far North. Sculptures and prints produced by Inuit artists, carvings by Yupik artists in Alaska and Siberia, embroidered reindeer leather jewelry from Sami artists in Lapland, and carvings and prints by artists from the Pacific Northwest. Handmade antique sleigh tables, snowshoe chairs, and other décor inspired by the far North.
Small family-run pizzeria with salads, subs and more.
Hamilton's first pizzeria with salads and subs of all sorts.
Small, quiet, and cozy café for breakfast, lunch or a late-afternoon snack.
Restaurant and bar. Can be difficult to get a table. Local favorite among people living in Hamilton.
Popular restaurant and bar. You can eat American fare and pub food. The upscale environment invites a crowd of older residents and young professionals. Their extensive beer selection includes national and locally brewed lagers and ales such as Fisherman's Brew, Wachusett Blueberry Ale, and many more New England brews, wines from around the world, and specialty drinks including original creations such as the Kiss in the Dark Martini.
Local, international and generic beers, extensive wine list includes all types and flavors.
"French boudoir inspired" boutique, features clothing lines from numerous upscale designers and sells pretty, but pricey outfits.
Small, certified organic supplier of seasonal vegetables, fruits, flowers, local cheeses, and other products. Hosts parties and functions for individuals and communal events.
By car
From Boston, take I-93 North to Route 128 towards Gloucester/Rockport. Exit 20A from Route 128 onto Route 1A. Follow Route 1A through North Beverly, Wenham into Hamilton.
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