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Portrait of Lloyd Patterson

A long-term loan portrait of Lloyd Walton Patterson, who travelled to Soviet Russia in 1932 for the film Black and White and stayed, opening up the history of Black Americans in the USSR.

Now showing19 Apr 2022 – 31 Mar 2027$20

Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles

The first exhibition devoted to Hillwood's textiles: 17th-century point de France lace, an 18th-century pearl-trimmed Russian liturgical panel, and new fibre work by Manca Ahlin and Sophia Narrett.

Now showing6 Jun – 3 Jan 2027$20

Gold: Celebrating 50 Years of Beauty at Hillwood

Hillwood's golden-anniversary show traces gold as material and colour, from Post's gilded boxes, watches and objets d'art to new work by Alfredo Jaar, Tawny Chatmon and Fabiola Jean-Louis.

Upcoming13 Feb 2027 – 13 Jun 2027$20

The Connoisseur's Closet: The Fashion and Jewelry of Marjorie Merriweather Post

Hillwood revisits Post's wardrobe for the first time in a decade, drawing on nearly 300 garments and 600 jewels from a childhood christening gown to Belle Epoque couture and later daytime suits.

Upcoming5 Jun 2027 – 9 Jan 2028$20

Permanent Collections

The Mansion: Marjorie Merriweather Post's Final Home

Post's Georgian house kept as she left it: the French drawing room, Sevres-filled porcelain room, Riesener furniture, her bedroom suite and the 1950s kitchen and pantry built with every modern convenience.

Permanent collection$20

The Gardens at Hillwood

Thirteen acres of formal gardens laid out by Innocenti and Webel as linked outdoor rooms, running from the French parterre and rose garden through the Friendship Walk to a Japanese-style garden and dacha.

Permanent collection$20

The Icon Room: Faberge and Russian Treasures

Post's treasury of over 400 chalices, silver-covered icons and Faberge pieces, including the midnight-blue Twelve Monogram and pink Catherine the Great Easter eggs sent by Nicholas II to his mother.

Permanent collection$20

Visitor Information

How much does Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens cost?

Standard adult admission to Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens is $20. Admission is a suggested donation: adults $20, seniors 65+ $17, college students $10, children 6-18 $5, under 6 and members free. Adults and seniors get $3 off on weekday visits booked online. Free for SNAP recipients via Museums for All, and for active-duty military and families via Blue Star Museums (Armed Forces Day to Labor Day). Advance reservations are not required, though they are recommended in peak spring and autumn garden seasons; special programs and events may require registration.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens?

Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-5pm. Closed Mondays, most national holidays, and for several weeks each January when the mansion is closed for its annual deep clean (exact 2027 dates not yet announced).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens?

Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens is located at 4155 Linnean Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008, United States, in the Forest Hills, Northwest Washington area of Washington, DC. The nearest stations are Van Ness-UDC (Metro Red Line) - about a 1 mile / 20 minute uphill walk; no bus connects the station to Hillwood and Connecticut Avenue & Tilden Street NW (Metrobus D70) - about a 0.5 mile walk.

What can I see at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens?

Marjorie Merriweather Post's Georgian mansion: Faberge imperial eggs, French decorative arts and 25 acres of formal gardens. Current highlights include The Mansion: Marjorie Merriweather Post's Final Home, The Gardens at Hillwood and Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles.

Do I need to book Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.