Old photo of historic Wilton House Museum.

Wilton History

Wilton as a structure has survived a revolution, a civil war, the ownership of six families and a complete relocation. Built for the prominent Randolph family, it passed through the hands of both local and northern investors until it caught the eye of preservationists nearly 200 years after its construction.

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Exhibits

Wilton House Museum has hosted original exhibits on a variety of themes, including 18th century history, archaeology, the fine and decorative arts, contemporary sculpture, and more since 1948! Learn more about what's currently on view and take a peek at our past exhibitions.

ON VIEW NOW:
The Women Who Saved Wilton: How a Colonial Plantation House Moved to Richmond's West End  

Wilton Uncovered: Archeology Illuminates an Enslaved Community

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Federal Satinwood Armchair details.

Resources

Supplement your experience at Wilton House with our collection of photographs of the site and our events through time, informational videos about Wilton's architecture and history, and links to reccommended sites and readings.

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