Hillwood Estate Museum & Gardens; - (Home of Marjorie Merriweather Post)

 

In 1955, Marjorie purchased Hillwood as her home and spent 2 years of renovation and expansion, - creating it as a place that suits her lifestyle as well as a museum to display her extra ordinary art collections.

Marjorie Post was one of the richest women of her time (1887-1973). She is a great collector of French and Russian arts for her enjoyment as well as for the education purpose of future generations.

Hillwood Estate covers 25 acres of landscaped gardens and natural woodlands; it remains Marjorie's most important legacy, including the artistry of its collections and beautiful gardens that continue to inspire. It is now one of the premier art collector's museum in the US.

This Georgian-style mansion is filled with the most modern conveniences that money could buy, including her elegant French drawing room, the efficient and "high-tech" kitchen and pantry, and the many personal touches that made Hillwood one of Washington's most memorable homes.

In 1977, Hillwood Estate & Gardens opened to the public. Today, it continous to show vibrant special exhibitions, programs, events and garden displays.

You can spend time on your own exploring the 13 acres of exquisite formal gardens, - don't miss the French parterre, the rose garden and the Friendship Walk. It also includes a Japanese-style garden, and a modern greenhouse rebuilt and renovated in 1996 on the original site, containing an extensive collection of exotic orchids and tropical plants.