A British Country House Alphabet: A Historical & Pictorial Journey is the first volume in a series of books that will document famous historical events and cultural innovations that occurred at British country houses.
Find out moreThe British and Irish country house is unique among the world’s historic houses. Nowhere else do art, architecture, and gardens come together in such a perfect celebration of beauty. Join us and tour these masterpieces!
See all toursCurt is a masterful storyteller who lectures around the world on his favorite subject—historic houses. His richly illustrated and entertaining talks bring these houses vividly to life through archival images and delicious details that leave you wanting more.
See all lecturesThe art collections, the gardens, the houses themselves—nothing in the world can compare to the British and Irish country house. We’ve documented the history of over 6,300 of these marvels.
Enter the database of housesThe country house remains an astonishing repository of art, architecture, and history. Since 1999 we’ve created an unparalleled database that documents and shares these treasures with the world.
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