Just as Konstantin Makovsky highlighted Russian history, culture and folklore in monumental Western European-style paintings, Russian composers, including a famous group of five, did the same in symphonic music and opera during the mid-nineteenth century.

Dive deeper into the stories behind Konstantin Makovksky: The Tsar’s Painter in this day-long symposium presented in partnership with the The Carmel Institute of Russian Culture and History at American University.  

Get an intimate look at Hillwood’s holiday decor with the experts! Jason Gedeik, head of design, highlights Christmas trees draped in vintage style in early December.

See. Art. Slowly. Examine five pieces of art in-depth on this docent-led tour and experience the global “slow art” movement. 

This day with The Smithsonian Associates offers a chance to get a close look at all aspects of Hillwood, as the museum director and curators offer private lectures covering Post’s fascinating life, the Russian and French collections, and the estate’s gardens. 

Enjoy a glamorous start to the New Year.

Tickets in the Theater are sold out. Additional seating is available in a simulcast location. Simulcast tickets are $5, and may be purchased by phone. Please call 202.686.5807. For centuries, boxes, caskets, and chests have played an important role in everyday life. The form and decoration of these objects not only reflected changes in social customs and manners but also closely followed the stylistic developments in Europe.