Hammond is the commercial hub for Tangipahoa Parish, located near the intersection of interstate highways 55 and 12. The city boasts fine restaurants, several modern shopping centers and many beautiful parks for the entire family. Hammond is the home of Southeastern Louisiana University. Best Western Hammond Louisiana.
Things to do in Hammond
Amato's Winery
This family owned and operated business is located just north of Hammond in Independence. Specializing in dry, semi-sweet and sweet strawberry wine made from local strawberries. It is the only licensed winery in the parish in several years. At this time, Amato's Winery conducts tours and wine tasting by appointment only. Call 985-878-6566 for more information.
America's Antique City
Located just south of Hammond. The quality of the antiques and collectibles coupled with the experience of the dealers makes "America's Antique City," Ponchatoula, Louisiana, perfect shopping for the true antique lover. On Saturday nights the largest antique auction in the South is conducted at the Ponchatoula Antique Auction Company. Call 985-386-6484 for more information.
Cate Square Farmer's Market
Every Saturday in downtown Hammond, the area's farmers meet at Cate Square to sell their locally grown produce. The Cate Square Farmer's Market also offers fresh cut flowers, plants, boiled and fresh seafood, southern and Italian baked goods, jellies, jams and more.
Guaranty Gallery
Established in 1979 as a forum for local artists to showcase their artworks. Exhibits change monthly beginning on the first business day of each month. Works range from paintings and sculpture to hand crafted pottery and jewelry. The gallery is open to the public Monday through Friday during regular banking hours. Call 985-345-7685 for more information.
Hammond Heritage Day Festival
Located in the historic downtown area of Hammond. Celebrate the history of Hammond in late September with games, food, music, storytelling and lots of fun. Call 985-543-4982 for more information.
Hammond Regional Arts Center
Located in Historic Downtown Hammond features a forum of local artists displaying a variety of works. Open Monday through Friday 10 am to 5 pm. Call 985-542-7113 for more information.
Kleibert's Alligator & Turtle Farm
The farm is dedicated to the preservation of the American Alligator. We have thousands of alligators and have been raising them for nearly two decades. Also, on the tour you will the production facilities for our turtles and our bird sanctuary with egrets and herons nesting in trees over the alligator nests. Located at 41067 W Yellow Water Rd. in Hammond. Call 985-345-3617 for more information.
Louisiana Renaissance Festival
Don't miss this unique festival. See a medevial English village and market place. Enjoy unique offerings from master craftsmen, jousting, magicians and more. Call 985-429-9992 for more information.
The "Swamp Walk"
Located just south of Hammond. This primitive boardwalk into the heart of the Joyce Wildlife Management Area Swamp. The Joyce Swamp is one of the largest uninhabited swamps of Louisiana. The swamp provides hundreds of hours of outdoor recreation to the public each year, including bird watching, nature photography, general nature studies and sportsman's access. Located off I-55 between Ponchatoula and Manchac. Call 985-542-7520 for more information.
Zemurray Gardens
Located just north of Hammond in Loranger. Visions of nature's beauty may be captured along with the spirit of springtime. "Mirror Lake" forms the center of several miles of walking paths through hundreds of azaleas, camellias, iris, dogwood, honeysuckle and other flowering plants. Call 985-878-2284 for more information.