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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.
Nestled in the hills of Northwest Washington, D.C., Hillwood welcomes visitors from around the world with its gracious hospitality. Escape into an oasis only five miles from downtown Washington and explore the pristine mansion, dine at Merriweather Café, and enjoy the beauty of the formal gardens.
Her northwest Washington, D.C. estate endowed the country with the most comprehensive collection of Russian imperial art outside of Russia, a distinguished eighteenth-century French decorative art collection, and twenty-five acres of serene landscaped gardens and natural woodlands for all to enjoy. Opened as a public institution in 1977, today ...
Whether you prefer to experience Hillwood at your own leisurely pace, with the guiding voice of our popular audio tour, or the structure of a docent-guided tour, a day of beauty and serenity awaits. No matter which one you choose, all of the touring options are included with your suggested donation.
Journey through her final home to experience the 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.
Hours. Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Mondays, most national holidays, and several weeks at the end of January.
Guided mansion tours led by our trained volunteer docents treat visitors to additional information and viewpoints about Post, her rich collections, and how they are experienced today very much as they were in Post’s time.
Discover Something New at Hillwood. From exquisite decorative art objects, contemporary art, dazzling jewelry, and historic fashions, to fresh garden installations, special exhibitions offer new perspectives on the collections at Hillwood and the life of its founder, Marjorie Merriweather Post.
Getting to Us. Bordering Rock Creek Park in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Washington, D.C., Hillwood allows you to escape the bustle of downtown without leaving the city. Accessible by foot, bike, or car, Hillwood encourages you to choose the transportation option best suited for your visit.
Whether you stroll them at your own leisurely pace, learn more through a guided audio tour, or let a docent be your guide, the gardens are beautiful year-round. See what's in bloom and plan your visit today.