Marble Hill House Education Admission

Set against the River Thames in Richmond, Marble Hill is a beautiful example of an arcadian retreat from crowded 18th-century London. It was built for Henrietta Howard, a remarkable Georgian woman who against all odds built herself an independent life.

Learning Resource:

• Use the information and activities in this Teachers' Kit to explore the story of Henrietta Howard. Meet Henrietta's notable neighbours, learn outdoors in her pleasure gardens and reflect on the house's connections with international trade including transatlantic slavery. You can access your learning resource here: Marble Hill Teacher's Kit (KS1-KS4)
• Use this self-led activity sheet to explore Marble Hill House, learning more about Henrietta Howard and the house that she built on the River Thames in the 1720s. You can access your learning resource here: Marble Hill Top Things to See (KS1-KS3)