There were numerous collectors in the early 20th century who chose to create their legacy in the form of private museums where objects are displayed in an intimate home-like setting. When the United States government abolished the customs duty on art objects in 1911, it established a policy that is largely responsible for many of the magnificent collections on display in Americaâ€™s museums today. She undertook a two-year renovation, intending from the beginning that Hillwood should become a museum, showcasing her collection for the education and inspiration of the public. It was built in the 1920s and was acquired by Mrs. The mansion is spacious, and can be found in a 25-acre wooded park-like setting. The house is also filled with important 18th century French furniture, tapestries, and SÃ¨vres porcelain.

It includes Imperial porcelain, portraits, gold, silver, Russian Orthodox icons, vestments, religious objects, and pieces by FabergÃ©. It showcases a remarkably comprehensive collection of Russian Imperial fine and decorative art â€“ probably the finest collection outside Russia. Hillwood Museum & Gardens just off Rock Creek Parkway in Washington, DC was the last residence of the heir to the Post cereal fortune Marjorie Merriweather Post (1887-1973). Â I haven't been there myself, so if you have visited Hillwood, or will be doing so in the future, perhaps you could tell us about it! CourtneyKane, welcome to the AP website! I'm sure you know about Hillwood, but just in case you don't-and certainly for other posters at this site-I've pulled some info re: the museum and some of its collections.

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