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The Enchanted Palace
November 6, 2011 – 3:39 am | 1,598 Comments
The Enchanted Palace

Kensington Palace as you have never seen it before… this exhibit at Kensington Palace gives visitors insight into the rich history of a building that was once home to Queen Victoria and Lady Diana. Displays, films, interactive theatre and other tools help transform the London landmark into an enchanted palace.

Victorian Aviary Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
March 30, 2010 – 2:00 am | 967 Comments
Victorian Aviary Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

The setting for this garden is an ornate, rich blue and gold Victorian aviary creating an enchanting focal point and an informal outdoor room. The aviary is typical of the grand designs from the late Victorian period and is inspired by the elaborate Rococo aviary at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire.

Royal Box of Bonnets Up for Auction
March 23, 2010 – 2:00 am | 774 Comments
Royal Box of Bonnets Up for Auction

A mahogany bonnet box believed to have belonged to Queen Victoria’s children was discovered at a home in Staffordshire England and is expected to create worldwide interest when it is auctioned this week at Hansons …

The First Ladies at the Smithsonian
March 21, 2010 – 2:02 am | 113 Comments
The First Ladies at the Smithsonian

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History adds an additional gallery to its popular The First Ladies at the Smithsonian exhibition, which features gowns from eleven of the most recent first ladies, beginning with Mamie …