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Estate

Founded by Marjorie Post

How it all began
How it all began
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Marjorie Post's bedroom
Museum

The mansion that became a museum

Explore the collection
Explore the collection
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Japanese-style garden in fall
Gardens

Thirteen Acres of Formal Gardens

Fall is beautiful
Fall is beautiful
Upcoming Events
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Kathy Jeanne Millinery Hat Fall 2025

Museum Shop Pop Up | Kathy Jeanne Millinery

Join the museum shop for an exclusive pop up featuring the work of Kathy Jeanne Millinery.

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preschooler in the greenhouse

Preschool Program | Get Ready for Winter!

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.

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Shoppers at Strathmore Holiday Market

Museums & Makers Holiday Market at Strathmore

Join the Hillwood Museum Shop at the annual Museums & Makers Holiday Market at Strathmore!

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Bird

Guided Bird Walks

Explore the vibrant bird life at Hillwood with a birding expert from the DC Bird Alliance.

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More Events

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Paley piece by Cocteau

Special exhibition on view!

From Exile to Avant-Garde: The Life of Princess Natalie Paley
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Don't miss out!

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

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swivel chair
Swivel Chair

Claude Sené, ca. 1785

 

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Pendant Brooch
Pendant Brooch

Cartier, 1928

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Soup Tureen and Platter
Soup Tureen and Platter

Sèvres, 1754

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Nuptial Crown
Nuptial Crown

1884

For Empress Alexandra for her wedding to Nicholas II

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Orlov
Pieces from the Orlov Service

Imperial Porcelain Factory

1762-1765

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Music Box
Music Box

Fabergé

1907

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A Boyar Wedding Feast
A Boyar Wedding Feast

Konstantin Makovsky

St. Petersburg, 1883

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Full Collection

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