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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.
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.
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.
Please keep in mind that some questions can be answered quickly, while it may take us considerably longer to answer others. Hillwood Estate Museum & Gardens does not provide monetary evaluations of works of art or collectibles.
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.
Get an intimate look at Hillwood’s greenhouse with the experts throughout Orchid Month in March! Marjorie Post constructed greenhouses to hold her extensive collection of exotic orchids, as well as cut flowers grown for floral arrangements throughout the mansion.
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.
What's In Bloom. Set on twenty-five acres adjacent to Rock Creek Park, Hillwood's gardens offer beauty and interest in every season. Orchids bring to color to the greenhouse even in winter! See what's blooming now. Buy Tickets.
This fall, we are excited to add a third garden tour on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. In September, this tour will be at 1:30 p.m. For October and November, this tour will be at 2:30 p.m. Fall garden season: Tuesday, September 3 through Sunday, November 10.
Hints and Tips. Allow plenty of time: Hillwood guests average close to three hours per visit. Arrive early to allow ample time to enjoy everything Hillwood has to offer. Visit Tuesday through Friday: Weekdays tend to be less busy than weekends.