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The Washington Winter Show is Washington, DC's premiere antique, fine art, and decorative art show.

08/26/2026

We’re delighted to introduce the 2027 Washington Winter Show Loan Exhibit: “Celebrating English Arts and Crafts Gardens - Then and Now.”

Curated by Caroline Mesrobian Hickman, this year’s exhibit invites you into the enchanting world of the English Arts & Crafts garden, where architecture and nature come together in a particularly beautiful way.

Think clipped hedges creating intimate “garden rooms,” geometric paths and strong architectural lines softened by abundant, informal plantings. The result is a garden that feels at once structured and wonderfully romantic.

The exhibit will trace these gardens from their historic roots through the contemporary interpretations they continue to inspire today, celebrating an approach to landscape design that has endured for more than a century.

We can’t wait to welcome you into the garden this January at the Washington Winter Show. Link in bio to reserve your tickets!

08/21/2026

Our next Designer Circle Spotlight takes us inside the showroom of Marika Meyer, founder and creative director of the award-winning Marika Meyer!

Marika is known for her colorfully classic interiors, bringing a fresh point of view to full service projects along the East Coast from Washington, DC to Maine.

After beginning her career in corporate consulting, Marika returned to school for fine arts and design, worked in both interiors and the antiques world, and founded her studio in 2007. Since then, she has been named One to Watch by the DC Design Center, with her work featured in Traditional Home and House Beautiful, as well as on the covers of numerous design publications.

A combination of creative visual story-telling, an eye for beautiful things, and serious business acumen has become a hallmark of the Marika Meyer Studio’s work ethic. For projects ranging from reimagined interior spaces to full house construction, the studio’s client-centric approach provides thoughtful coordination, hands-on guidance and serves as a trusted presence for clients. The end result is a home that feels effortless, intentional and unique.

Swipe and step inside her showroom and get to know the designer behind it all!

08/18/2026

School is back in session, and this year we’re testing a slightly more important subject: just how British are you? 🇬🇧✏️

Do you know your Staffordshire from your silver? Have strong opinions about chintz? Would you recognize a proper English country house interior at twenty paces? Consider this your unofficial entrance exam for The British Are Coming, the 2027 Washington Winter Show.

Swipe to take the quiz, tally your answers, and see whether you’re a seasoned Anglophile or still studying up. Either way, we’ll see you in class January 8–10, 2027. Link in bio for tickets!

08/10/2026

What does it actually take to keep a 500-year-old English manor alive and thriving? 🇬🇧🏰

We’re finding out from two people who know firsthand!

On Sunday, January 10, Julie Montagu, Countess of Sandwich, and Luke Montagu, Earl of Sandwich, are taking us behind the scenes of life at Mapperton - one of England’s most extraordinary historic estates.

They’ll share what it really means to be stewards of a house with centuries of history, from preserving its past to reimagining its future. And because every great English estate comes with a few very good stories, Julie will also take us into the world of the American heiresses who crossed the Atlantic during the Gilded Age and helped shape Britain’s great houses including one with a fascinating connection to Luke’s own family.

🗓 Sunday, January 10, 2027
⏰ 11:30 AM–12:30 PM
🎟️ “Heritage and Stewardship: The Legacy of Mapperton”
🔗 Link in bio for tickets

07/31/2026

Use the silver. Collect the antiques. Buy the piece you’ll hand down. Life is far too short for special occasions only!

07/30/2026

Can you tell an antique from a reproduction? 👀

Collectors often can...and it usually comes down to the details!

When evaluating an antique, experts rarely start with the overall style. Instead, they look for the small clues left behind by the people who made it: hand-cut dovetails, tool marks, early screws, pontil marks on glass, and the subtle evidence of centuries of craftsmanship.

These details don’t just help establish age, they also tell the story of how an object was made, long before modern manufacturing took over.

Of course, there are always exceptions (and authentication is far more nuanced than a single checklist!), but learning to spot these clues is a great place to start training your eye.

Swipe through for a few of the details collectors look for first.

07/23/2026

Did you know Winston Churchill completed more than 500 paintings? 🎨

Most people know Sir Winston Churchill as one of history’s greatest leaders. What many don’t realize is that painting became one of the defining passions of his life!

As part of this year’s theme, The British Are Coming, we’re delighted to welcome Katherine Carter, curator of Churchill’s beloved country home, Chartwell, for a fascinating lecture exploring the remarkable artistic life of Britain’s most iconic statesman. Few people know Churchill’s paintings better than Katherine. She has spent more than a decade caring for the world’s largest collection of his artwork, curated major exhibitions including Churchill the Artist, and is serving as an advisor to the Wallace Collection’s highly anticipated exhibition, Winston Churchill: The Painter.

Churchill once wrote that “the muse of painting came to my rescue.” Katherine will explore why - from how he first picked up a paintbrush to the artists who mentored him, the techniques he developed, and the profound role painting played throughout nearly 50 years of his life.

Swipe to see a selection of Churchill’s paintings and discover why this lesser-known chapter of his life continues to captivate historians, collectors, and art lovers alike!

January 10, 2027
Tickets are available now - head to the link in our bio to reserve your seat! 🔗

07/20/2026

COLLECTOR’S GUIDE: OLD MASTER PAINTINGS & WORKS ON PAPER ✨

Few collecting categories offer a closer look at the hand of the artist than paintings and works on paper. Spanning from the 13th to the early 19th century, these pieces carry us through centuries of artistic tradition - from devotional panels and Renaissance studies to Grand Tour watercolors, portraits, landscapes, and finely observed drawings.

Works on paper are especially fascinating because they often feel wonderfully immediate. A sketch, study, or watercolor can reveal an artist’s process in a way a finished painting sometimes cannot by showing the first idea, the quick observation, or the compositional experiment behind a larger work.

Collectors are drawn to this category for its depth, scholarship, and range. Each piece invites careful looking: the quality of the line, the handling of light, the subject matter, the provenance, and the historical context all become part of the discovery.

And perhaps most importantly, these works are incredibly livable. A beautifully framed drawing, portrait, or small painting can bring history, texture, and sophistication to almost any interior.

Swipe through for a few standout examples from one of this year’s Washington Winter Show exhibitors Ben Hall specializing in paintings and works on paper from the 13th to the early 19th century.

07/18/2026

One of the best parts of the Washington Winter Show is the impact it has beyond the Show itself!

Through our charity partners, Building Bridges Across the River and the Bishop John T. Walker School for Boys, there are countless opportunities to give back - from community events and backpack drives to volunteering throughout the year.

Interested in getting involved?

Comment VOLUNTEER below, and we’ll send a list of upcoming opportunities directly to your inbox!

07/14/2026

✨ Designer Circle Spotlight: crosby designs, llc/ maria crosby pollard ✨

One of the greatest joys of the Washington Winter Show is bringing together designers who share a genuine passion for living with beautiful things - and Maria Crosby Pollard embodies that spirit perfectly!

Before launching her own studio, she began her career at Sotheby’s in New York and went on to work alongside legendary designers including David Easton, Charlotte Moss, Katie Ridder, and Cullman & Kravis. Today, her work is celebrated for seamlessly blending antiques, bespoke craftsmanship, and timeless design into homes that are as functional as they are beautiful.

We’re especially thrilled to welcome Maria as Co-Chair of this year’s Washington Winter Show, The British Are Coming!

Few designers are better suited to help bring this theme to life. Maria has long embraced the enduring influence of British interiors - from beautifully layered rooms and an appreciation for antiques to the effortless mix of old and new that defines so many of England’s most inspiring homes. Her work reflects exactly the kind of collecting, craftsmanship, and timeless design we’ll be celebrating throughout this year’s show.

Join Maria as we celebrate The British Are Coming at the Washington Winter Show, January 8–10, 2027. We can’t wait to welcome you!

Get your tickets now in our bio! 🔗

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Washington D.C., DC
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