collection
waddesdon is internationally famous for its collection of eighteenth-century decorative arts. together with important british, dutch and french paintings, it is displayed in the magnificent interiors created in the late 1800s by baron ferdinand de rothschild.
new acquisitions and loans continue to be added; some complementing the historic collection, others exploring areas of contemporary art.
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special research projects
specific areas of the collection catalogued in partnership with academic institutions.
exhibitions & exhibitions archive
every year special exhibitions highlight aspects of the permanent collection and rothschild family history. 聽for 2015, we feature treasures from the smoking room and a trail focusing on natural materials used to create works of art. the first world war is commemorated in an exhibition of archival material. contemporary art will feature in the house with a 聽response by jane wildgoose to victorian mourning traditions, and in the gardens with 3d bedding designed by simon periton. a collaboration with the henry moore foundation will open later in the year: henry moore: 100 drawings.
find out more about past exhibitions
collection events
learn more about the waddesdon collection on one of our study sessions or special interest days, led by experts in their field.聽 study sessions from 10.45am to 12.15pm, 拢23, 拢15 for national trust members.聽 special interest days, 10.30-4pm, 拢60, 拢50 for national trust members.