On Tuesday, July 21, the collections team temporarily removed the Ployant (folding stool) (31.98) from the French drawing room for conservation. We will let volunteers know when the conservation work…

Now Available: July 2026 NewsletterBe sure to read this month’s volunteer newsletter and catch up on the following topics:August 2026 Schedule OpenThe Hillwood Gala: A Rich TapestryCelebrating America’s 250th at HillwoodExciting…

Over the past couple weeks, the collections team have temporarily removed a number of objects from the mansion and additional pieces will be taken off view throughout July and August. Click…

On Monday, June 22, the collections team made some minor changes to the first and second floor hallway displays in the mansion. A Medallion of George Washington (26.29) was moved to a…

Now Available: June 2026 NewsletterBe sure to read this month’s volunteer newsletter and catch up on the following topics:July 2026 Schedule OpenNow Open | Interwoven: A Tradition of TextilesFinal Week |…

On Tuesday, June 2, the collections team updated the porcelain display in the pavilion hallway, with a number of plates being installed and others moved to storage. There will also…

In October 2024, Hillwood’s collections staff observed a black discharge beneath the porphyry urn, which also caused staining on the monument. While the cause remains unknown, it has been confirmed…

On Monday, May 11, the Bust of Catherine II (22.12) and the Bust of Peter the Great (22.12) were temporarily removed from the pavilion in preparation for maintenance work on…

Be sure to read this month’s volunteer newsletter and catch up on the following topics:June 2026 Schedule OpenHillwood’s Library: A Living InstitutionNew Volunteer Resource & Upcoming Mansion Binder ProjectSave the Pennies…

Join Megan Martinelli, curator of textiles, apparel, jewelry, and accessories, on Tuesday, June 9 at 6 p.m. for a virtual volunteer lecture highlighting Hillwood’s special exhibition Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles,…