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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, Connecticut Avenue & Tilden Street NW (Metrobus D70) - about a 0.5 mile walk.

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

אחוזתה הג'ורג'יאנית של Marjorie Merriweather Post: ביצי Faberge קיסריות, אמנות דקורטיבית צרפתית וגנים מעוצבים המשתרעים על פני 25 אקרים. Current highlights include שזורים זה בזה: מסורת של טקסטיל (Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles), דיוקנו של Lloyd Patterson ‏(Portrait of Lloyd Patterson), זהב: חוגגים 50 שנות יופי ב-Hillwood ‏(Gold: Celebrating 50 Years of Beauty at Hillwood).

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.