The Hammond-Harwood House is a five part Anglo-Palladian (derived from 16th Italian architect Andrea Palladio) mansion that features some of the best woodcarving and plasterwork in America. It maintains a kind of symmetry and system of proportions that are rarely seen in buildings of this period. While most 18th century structures were fashioned by amateurs and artisans, the Hammond-Harwood house was clearly the work of a trained professional architect.
In-Depth Analysis
Download the Hammond-Harwood Architecture Tour for an in-depth analysis of the Hammond-Harwood House architecture by Sarah B. Benson.
Architecture Tour
By appointment only
Price: $20
HHH Members: $15
Are you an architecture student or buff? Schedule an in-depth, two-hour tour of the architecture of the Hammond-Harwood House.