Kenwood House
Kenwood House was remodelled by Robert Adam in 1754, by adding a portico and wings to enclose the courtyard, for the 1st Earl of Mansfield. It was bought in 1925 by Lord Iveagh and houses one of the most important collections of paintings, which he left to the nation in 1927. Included are works by Rembrandt, Gainsborough, Turner, Van Dyck to name but a few. Most of the furniture was sold in 1922, but it is gradually being returned, like the 1811 harp and sideboard found in America. The richly decorated library is one of Adam´s masterpieces.
Address
Hampstead Lane,
London
NW3 7JR
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Information on Kenwood House, Hampstead Lane, London
| Organisation/s: | English Heritage | Opening Times: | 1 Apr to 31 Oct, Daily 11:00-17:00, 1 Nov to 20 Mar, Daily 11:00-16:00. Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan. |
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| Admission: | Free, donations welcome. |
| Location: | Hampstead Lane. |
| Facilities: | Guided Tours, Disabled Full, Sales Point, Shop, Cafe, Refreshments, Parking |