Due to a water main break on the grounds, Hillwood is closed to guests today, Saturday, February 21. We look forward to welcoming guests back to Hillwood soon.
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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 snow
Gardens

Thirteen Acres of Formal Gardens

Winter is beautiful
Winter is beautiful
Upcoming Events
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Designing a Beautiful Life: How Spaces and Gatherings Shape Our Stories

Join local interior designer Lorna Gross as she explores how our homes and hosted experiences reflect our values and the life we aspire to live.

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Gardener's Focus Tour | Preparing for Spring in the Greenhouses

Enjoy a sneak peek of plants being grown for Hillwood's beautiful spring and summer garden displays.

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Virtual Orchid Tour | An Orchid-Filled Greenhouse

Explore Hillwood's orchid-filled greenhouse from home with this virtual tour.

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Orchids blooming in Hillwood's greenhouse

Virtual Horticulture How-To | Orchid 101

Learn how to care for your orchid and get blooms year after year in this virtual program.

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More Events

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Clock in Hillwood's Icon Room

Special exhibition now on view!

On Time: Giving Form to the Fleeting
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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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