Hillwood Home | Hillwood Estate, Museum and Garden

Estate

Founded by Marjorie Post

How it all began

Museum

The mansion that became a museum

Explore the collection

Gardens

Thirteen Acres of Formal Gardens

Summer is beautiful

Upcoming Events

Sidewalk Sale written in chalk on a sidewalk

Museum Shop Sidewalk Sale

Join the museum shop for an exciting Summer Sidewalk Sale, with discounts up to 70%!

Friday 30 August - 10:00am to 4:30pm

Saturday 31 August - 10:00am to 4:30pm

Image of visitors gathered on a large, grassy area watching a jazz concert.

Jazz in the Gardens | New Orleans Swing

Enjoy an evening of jazz celebrating the iconic music of New Orleans in Hillwood’s spectacular gardens.

Wednesday 4 September - 5:30 to 8:00pm

Tickets sold out

children wearing knight and princess costumes

Preschool Program | Heroes and She-roes

Experience the wonder of Hillwood with your preschooler! Explore a new theme in the gardens each week through make-believe, hands-on art-making, and imaginative play.

Tuesday 10 September - 10:30 to 11:15am

Tickets Available

Wednesday 11 September - 10:30 to 11:15am

Tickets Available

Jazz in the Gardens | Tribute to Women Jazz Legends

Enjoy an evening concert showcasing some of the finest jazz musicians in the DC area, playing the music of iconic women throughout jazz history, all in the spectacular setting of Hillwood’s gardens.

Wednesday 18 September - 5:30 to 8:00pm

Tickets sold out

Special exhibition on view

Fragile Beauty: Art of the Ocean

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Explore Hillwood from Home

Hillwood has reopened, but you can continue to enjoy the museum and gardens from home through our comprehensive digital offerings, including the extensive online collection, educational video library, and immersive mobile app. Follow Hillwood on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for daily content.

Highlights from the Collection

Featured Object

Catherine the Great Easter Egg, Faberge, 1914