F A Q

F A Q

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I live on lake x. Is it the lake where the Hamm's commercials were made?

A: It is possible your lake was the lake but the only way to really know is to find a scene on the lake where the scene and landscape matches that on a Hamm's commercial or ad. We have talked to some of the photographers who worked for Hamm's and they tell us they took thousands of photos and miles of film footage on many different lakes and no one kept a log of which lakes were photographed. We do know however, that Lake Saganaga in northern Minnesota was used for the Earl & Sasha ads.

Q: Is it true the Hamm's Scenarama sign has images of a naked lady and certain swear words in the image?

A: We regularly hear this claim. We also hear the Theo. Hamm Brewing Co. sued Lakeside Plastics over this matter. The story is that someone who worked for Lakeside Plastics put the aforementioned things in the signs image as a joke or to get his employer in a bind.  We have never seen the lady or words in the sign. If it's there we miss it or maybe it is on some signs but none we have ever seen.

Q: Does the Hamm's Club have other shows?

A: In September we also have a show that has been held at the brewery site.

It is an outdoor show and is a great time.

A.  The Commemorative piece is made annually and exclusively for the Hamm's club. Each year a new commemorative is commissioned. The design for these pieces is drawn from the artwork of Bill Stein. Each annual piece is limited in number and the only place to buy one is through the Hamm's Club and on the secondary market.

A.  For those who love the adorable Hamm's Bear. Bill has produced more artwork of the Hamm's Bear than any other Hamm's Bear artist. He is considered the Michelangelo of the Hamm's art world.

A.   Each membership costs $25.00 per person and is good for 1 year from the date your dues payment is received.

A.   By purchasing a membership you will receive all three editions of the Bruin’s Gazette March, July and November. (Click HERE for sample article), two editions of the Hamm's Headlines and as a member you are eligible to purchase a Hamm's Club Commemorative.  You will also be part of the Hamm's Club network of collectors, Hamm's employees and friends.

A.   Yes, we sell advertising through the Bruin’s Gazette, which is sent to members three times a year, and the president Kirk A Schnitker can talk with you and either help you sell them or he may be interested in buying them himself. If nothing else he can refer you to another buyer.

Call Kirk at 1-800-553-2092 to sell an item.

A.   We generally don't do appraisals but if we do there is a minimum $50 appraisal fee.  We'll gladly buy your items if you want to sell and will make an offer only if you want to sell.  We sometimes can connect sellers with other buyers if we can't help you.  This applies to Hamm's and other beer brands as well.

A.   It is definitely something you don’t want to miss!! It is a show with buying and selling of Hammtiques and Beer related memorabilia. It is an event with entertainment and special auction activities. We also have an annual show at the Hamm’s Brewery in September. Members will receive notice of the Annual Shows.