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SUMMARY:NYC | The Tredwells’ World of 19th-Century NoHo
DESCRIPTION:New York City entered a period of extraordinary growth and prosperity with the opening of the Erie Canal in 1825. As commerce flourished and lower Manhattan became increasingly crowded\, many of the city’s wealthiest merchant families moved north to the fashionable neighborhood now known as NoHo. Led by a guide from the Merchant’s House Museum\, once home to the Tredwell family\, we will explore the elegant streets of this former enclave of New York’s mercantile elite. Discover how prosperous families lived\, worked\, and entertained\, and gain insight into a transformative period in the city’s history through the surviving architecture and stories. The Walking tour is approximately 90 minutes. \nIn-Person ONLY. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. \nTickets: $45 Members; $55 Non-members \n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/nyc-the-tredwells-world-of-19th-century-noho/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:In-Person Tour
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia | London Clubs: Interiors\, Architecture\, and Art
DESCRIPTION:London has more private members’ clubs than any other city. There are clubs for every interest\, profession\, and background: from actors\, aristocrats\, architects\, artists\, and clergymen; to sailors\, soldiers\, journalists\, fishermen\, and spies. Historian and author Andrew Jones will illustrate some of the most beautiful and unusual of these clubs spanning 300 years of architecture and design. He will highlight the clubs’ original interiors and exquisite furnishings\, as well as showcase the extraordinary collections they hold. For example\, he will reveal the concealed bookcase door in the library of The Travellers Club\, show the taxidermy fish at the Flyfishers’ Club\, and discuss the club that “Winnie-the-Pooh built”. Also\, he will show some of the more intimate spaces—The Beefsteak Club’s loos are wallpapered in facsimiles of members’ signatures in the club’s candidates’ book\, while Home House lavatories display Soviet spy relics. From bohemian to bling\, shabby to chic\, quirky to grand\, Jones will celebrate the city’s strangest and most elegant private dining and drinking establishments. \n\n\nAndrew Jones is an author who has lived in Mayfair—London’s club land—for over 20 years. He is the author of The Buildings of Green Park\, A Tour of Certain Buildings\, Monuments and Other Structures in Mayfair and St. James’s. He writes about cities for the Financial Times and has also written for Apollo\, Blueprint\, Drawing Matter and The London Gardener as well as pieces on London for The World of Interiors and the Londonist. His lecture is drawn from his latest book The London Club: Architecture\, Interiors\, Art (Fall 2025). \n\n\n\n\nIN-PERSON: Lecture will begin at 6:30 p.m. ET; preceded by a reception at 6:00 p.m. ET.\nFormal business attire is required. \nLocation: The Union League of Philadelphia\, 140 Broad Street\, Philadelphia PA 19102 \nTickets: $35 members; $45 non-members\n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/philadelphia-london-clubs-interiors-architecture-and-art/
LOCATION:The Union League of Philadelphia\, 140 S Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T173000
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SUMMARY:Charleston | London Clubs: Interiors\, Architecture\, and Art
DESCRIPTION:London has more private members’ clubs than any other city. There are clubs for every interest\, profession\, and background: from actors\, aristocrats\, architects\, artists\, and clergymen; to sailors\, soldiers\, journalists\, fishermen\, and spies. Historian and author Andrew Jones will illustrate some of the most beautiful and unusual of these clubs spanning 300 years of architecture and design —from the oldest clubs in London to the newest. He will highlight the clubs’ original interiors and exquisite furnishings as well as showcase the extraordinary collections they hold. For example\, he will reveal the concealed bookcase door in the library of The Travellers Club\, show the taxidermy fish at the Flyfishers’ Club\, display the nine billiard tables at The Mildmay Club\, and talk about the club that “Winnie-the-Pooh built”. Also\, he will show some of the more intimate spaces —The Beefsteak Club’s loos are wallpapered in facsimiles of members’ signatures in the club’s candidates’ book\, while Home House lavatories display relics associated with Soviet spy Anthony Blunt\, who once lived upstairs. From bohemian to bling\, shabby to chic\, quirky to grand\, Mr. Jones will celebrate the city’s strangest and most elegant private dining and drinking establishments. \n\nAndrew Jones is an author who has lived in Mayfair—London’s club land—for over 20 years. He is the author of The Buildings of Green Park\, A Tour of Certain Buildings\, Monuments and Other Structures in Mayfair and St. James’s. He writes about cities for the Financial Times and has also written for Apollo\, Blueprint\, Drawing Matter and The London Gardener as well as pieces on London for The World of Interiors and the Londonist. His lecture is drawn from his latest book The London Club: Architecture\, Interiors\, Art (Fall 2025). \n\n\nIN-PERSON: Lecture at 6:00 p.m. ET; preceded by a reception at 5:30 p.m. ET\nLocation: Charleston Library Society\, 164 King St.\, Charleston SC 29401Tickets: $30 members; $40 non-members Or Call Our Offices at 212-480-2889 x200 \n\nThank you to our wonderful partners the Charleston Library Society. \nSince its founding in 1748 the Library Society has continued to strengthen the intellectual and cultural fabric of the Lowcountry as a private lending library and comfortable gathering spot for reading\, exploration of treasured collections\, scholarly research and lively programs on literature\, history\, world affairs\, and music. After 275 years\, the Charleston Library Society remains the oldest cultural institution in the South and second-oldest circulating library in the country. A few valuable discoveries in the Library Society’s collections include a manuscript copy of The Fundamental Constitutions of Carolina in John Locke’s hand; letters by George Washington\, John Marshall\, and Alexander Hamilton; a renowned collection of early American and colonial newspapers; rare maps and nautical charts; and surprising manuscript treasures such as DuBose Heyward’s Porgy. \nVisit the website to learn more!  https://charlestonlibrarysociety.org/ \nAttendee contact information may be shared with co-sponsoring organizations. Contact ROF to opt out.
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/charleston-london-clubs-interiors-architecture-art/
LOCATION:Charleston Library Society\, 164 King St\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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SUMMARY:NYC | London Clubs: Interiors\, Architecture\, and Art
DESCRIPTION:London has more private members’ clubs than any other city. There are clubs for every interest\, profession\, and background: from actors\, aristocrats\, architects\, artists\, and clergymen; to sailors\, soldiers\, journalists\, fishermen\, and spies. Historian and author Andrew Jones will illustrate some of the most beautiful and unusual of these clubs spanning 300 years of architecture and design. He will highlight the clubs’ original interiors and exquisite furnishings\, as well as showcase the extraordinary collections they hold. For example\, he will reveal the concealed bookcase door in the library of The Travellers Club\, show the taxidermy fish at the Flyfishers’ Club\, and discuss the club that “Winnie-the-Pooh built”. Also\, he will show some of the more intimate spaces —The Beefsteak Club’s loos are wallpapered in facsimiles of members’ signatures in the club’s candidates’ book\, while Home House lavatories display relics associated with Soviet spy Anthony Blunt\, who once lived upstairs. From bohemian to bling\, shabby to chic\, quirky to grand\, Mr. Jones will celebrate the city’s strangest and most elegant private dining and drinking establishments. \n\n\n\nAndrew Jones is an author who has lived in Mayfair—London’s club land—for over 20 years. He is the author of The Buildings of Green Park\, A Tour of Certain Buildings\, Monuments and Other Structures in Mayfair and St. James’s. He writes about cities for the Financial Times and has also written for Apollo\, Blueprint\, Drawing Matter and The London Gardener as well as pieces on London for The World of Interiors and the Londonist. His lecture is drawn from his latest book The London Club: Architecture\, Interiors\, Art (Fall 2025). \n\n\n\nIN-PERSON \nWednesday\, October 21 | Lecture at 6:15 p.m. ET; Followed by a reception \nLocation: The General Society Library: 20 W 44th Street\, New York NY 10036 \nTickets: $35 members; $45 non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/nyc-london-clubs-interiors-architecture-and-art/
LOCATION:The General Society Library\, 20 W. 44th Street\, New York City\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T120000
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | London Clubs: Interiors\, Architecture\, and Art
DESCRIPTION:London has more private members’ clubs than any other city. There are clubs for every interest\, profession\, and background: from actors\, aristocrats\, architects\, artists\, and clergymen; to sailors\, soldiers\, journalists\, fishermen\, and spies. Historian and author Andrew Jones will illustrate some of the most beautiful and unusual of these clubs spanning 300 years of architecture and design —from the oldest clubs in London to the newest. He will highlight the clubs’ original interiors and exquisite furnishings as well as showcase the extraordinary collections they hold. For example\, he will reveal the concealed bookcase door in the library of The Travellers Club\, show the taxidermy fish at the Flyfishers’ Club\, display the nine billiard tables at The Mildmay Club\, and talk about the club that that “Winnie-the-Pooh built”. Also\, he will show some of the more intimate spaces—The Beefsteak Club’s loos are wallpapered in facsimiles of members’ signatures in the club’s candidates’ book\, while Home House lavatories display Soviet spy relics. From bohemian to bling\, shabby to chic\, quirky to grand\, Jones will celebrate the city’s strangest and most elegant private dining and drinking establishments. \n\nAndrew Jones is an author who has lived in Mayfair—London’s club land—for over 20 years. He is the author of The Buildings of Green Park\, A Tour of Certain Buildings\, Monuments and Other Structures in Mayfair and St. James’s. He writes about cities for the Financial Times and has also written for Apollo\, Blueprint\, Drawing Matter and The London Gardener as well as pieces on London for The World of Interiors and the Londonist. His lecture is drawn from his latest book The London Club: Architecture\, Interiors\, Art (Fall 2025). \n\nThe recording will be sent October 22\, by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026. \nTickets: $20 members; $30 non-members \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-london-clubs-interiors-architecture-and-art/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T140000
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SUMMARY:Zoom | A Walk Through Dulwich Village
DESCRIPTION:With its wide grassy verges\, fingerpost signs\, half-timbered\, medieval-like houses\, and grand villas\, Dulwich retains a character unlike anywhere else in London. On this virtual tour\, Richard Watkins traces the area’s evolution from a rural manor into a thriving suburb shaped by prestigious schools\, artistic ambition\, and nineteenth-century expansion. Along the way\, discover Dulwich’s rich architectural heritage. Notable residents included Charles Dickens\, Camille Pissarro\, and Ernest Shackleton. The town also features England’s first purpose-built public art gallery\, London’s only surviving tollgated road\, and the surprising inspiration for the iconic British telephone box. \nZoom details will be shared in the email confirmation after ordering. \nTickets: $30 Members; $40 Non-members \n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-touring-distinctive-dulwich/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T130000
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | A Walk Through Dulwich Village
DESCRIPTION:With its wide grassy verges\, fingerpost signs\, half-timbered\, medieval-like houses\, and grand villas\, Dulwich retains a character unlike anywhere else in London. On this virtual tour\, Richard Watkins traces the area’s evolution from a rural manor into a thriving suburb shaped by prestigious schools\, artistic ambition\, and nineteenth-century expansion. Along the way\, discover Dulwich’s rich architectural heritage. Notable residents included Charles Dickens\, Camille Pissarro\, and Ernest Shackleton. The town also features England’s first purpose-built public art gallery\, London’s only surviving tollgated road\, and the surprising inspiration for the iconic British telephone box. \nThe recording will be available on Tuesday\, October 27 by 12:00 p.m. ET through December 31\, 2026.  \nTickets: $30 Members; $40 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-a-walk-through-dulwich-village/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T180000
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SUMMARY:Zoom | Castles Around London
DESCRIPTION:London is home to one of the world’s most famous castles—the Tower of London—but it is far from the only fortress within easy reach of the capital. Rob Smith will digitally explore a number of remarkable castles\, each revealing a different chapter of England’s history. From Windsor’s military past and the pivotal events at Berkhamsted\, to the rebellion at Cooling Castle and the dramatic ruins of Hadleigh overlooking the Essex coast\, discover how these fortresses shaped the nation’s story. Along the way\, Rob also uncovers the histories of lesser-known castles whose surviving ruins still bear witness to centuries of conflict\, royal ambition\, and political change. \nZoom details will be shared in the email confirmation after ordering. \nTickets: $30 Members; $40 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-castles-around-london/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T130000
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | Castles Around London
DESCRIPTION:London is home to one of the world’s most famous castles—the Tower of London—but it is far from the only fortress within easy reach of the capital. Rob Smith will digitally explore a number of remarkable castles\, each revealing a different chapter of England’s history. From Windsor’s military past and the pivotal events at Berkhamsted\, to the rebellion at Cooling Castle and the dramatic ruins of Hadleigh overlooking the Essex coast\, discover how these fortresses shaped the nation’s story. Along the way\, Rob also uncovers the histories of lesser-known castles whose surviving ruins still bear witness to centuries of conflict\, royal ambition\, and political change. \nThe recording will be sent on November 4 by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026. \nTickets: $30 Members; $40 Non-members \n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-castles-around-london/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T193000
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SUMMARY:Alexandria | Hidden Treasures: Tudor Jewels Unearthed
DESCRIPTION:In the middle of the English Civil War\, a London jeweler took advantage of one night’s darkness to secretly bury a wooden casket below his shop on Cheapside street. This box contained all his riches—hastily concealed during his escape from possible fighting. However\, the owner never returned\, and this treasure was forgotten for 300 years. In 1912\, on one of London’s busiest streets\, a work crew began to dig under the basement of a torn down building. Suddenly\, glittering rings\, brooches\, watches\, and rare enameled chains—featuring emeralds\, diamonds and pearls—were unearthed in a discovery that sounds more like fiction than reality. More than 500 pieces of rare Elizabethan and Stuart jewelry were revealed—rare surviving examples only previously known from portraiture. Carol Ann Lloyd will illustrate pieces from the Cheapside Hoard to show how 16th-and-17th-century royals and nobility used jewelry and adornment to establish and communicate power. Ms. Lloyd will explain how these objects were worn and also discuss how the gems demonstrate the impact of luxury items and global exploration in early modern England. Join us as we have a unique opportunity to look at this glittering “time-capsule” that has only been displayed twice: in 1914 and at the Museum of London in 2013. \n\nCarol Ann Lloyd is a popular speaker who shares the stories of Shakespeare and English history. She is the former Manager of Visitor Education at Folger Shakespeare Library. Her podcast\, British History: Royals\, Rebels\, and Romantics\, explores the lives of famous and infamous historical characters. Her latest book is Courting the Virgin Queen: Elizabeth I and Her Suitors. Carol Ann has presented programs at the Smithsonian\, Folger Shakespeare Library\, Agecroft Hall\, and TEDx\, among other venues. \n\nIN-PERSON ONLY: Lecture starts at 6:30 p.m. ET\, Preceded by reception at 5:30 p.m. \nLocation: Alexandria History Museum at the Lyceum\, 201 S Washington St\, Alexandria VA 22314 \nTickets: $35 members; $45 non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/alexandria-hidden-treasures-tudor-jewels-unearthed/
LOCATION:Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum\, 201 S Washington St\, Alexandria\, 22314\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T200000
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SUMMARY:NYC | New Classical & Traditional Design: Designing the English Country House for Today
DESCRIPTION:Join Royal Oak for this special invitation to attend a lecture with the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art. \nThe Case Studies in New Classical & Traditional Design series explores the creation of contemporary classical and traditional architecture from the practitioner’s perspective. \nIn this session\, George Saumarez Smith of ADAM Architecture will discuss his work designing modern English country houses\, exploring how classical principles\, natural materials\, and adaptable plans create residences suited to today’s life. The presentation will be followed by a conversation with Mark Ferguson of Ferguson & Shamamian Architects and The Catholic University of America. \nLearn more and register through ICAA by clicking below. \nIn-Person: Lecture will start at 6:00 p.m. ET with reception following. \nLocation: The General Society Library\, 20 W 44th Street\, New York NY 10036 \n  
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/nyc-new-classical-traditional-design-designing-the-english-country-house-for-today/
LOCATION:The General Society Library\, 20 W. 44th Street\, New York City\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260910T190421Z
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SUMMARY:Atlanta | Entertaining with a Side of Chaos
DESCRIPTION:British designer\, author\, and hostess India Hicks will speak about the art of gathering and entertaining\, whether it is an impromptu lunch\, a holiday celebration\, or a milestone marked with family and friends. Raised amid British tradition\, she is the daughter of Lady Pamela Hicks and the iconic designer David Hicks. After more than two decades in the design world\, Hicks has learned that memorable entertaining has little to do with perfection\, and everything to do with human connection. With her irreverent humor\, and using illustrations from her latest book\, she will share examples of both grand and intimate gatherings—from dinners that end in dessert and raucous debate\, to small tables set for two. She will also share family photos and stories\, and speak about creating a warm welcome—even if the tablecloth is not ironed. \n\nIndia Hicks is a designer\, author\, entrepreneur\, and humanitarian. Based in the Bahamas\, she continues to consult with fashion\, home\, and lifestyle brands while writing on design\, entertaining\, and family history. She has authored several books\, and her latest Entertaining with a Side of Chaos\, will be published by Rizzoli in September 2026. She serves on the Executive Board of Global Empowerment Mission\, and is a patron of The King’s Trust\, supporting programs that help young women overcome disadvantage and build new 0pportunities. \n\nIN-PERSON: The lecture will start at 6:15 p.m. ET with a reception and book signing preceding at 5:15pm. Books will be available for purchase at the lecture. \nLocation: ADAC\, 351 Peachtree Hills Avenue NE\, Suite 518 (5th floor) Atlanta\, Georgia and the lecture will be in the ADAC lecture hall downstairs. \nReception will be hosted by Ainsworth-Noah & Associates\, Inc. \n\nTickets: $35 members or with code; $40 non-members\n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200 \n \n \n  \n       
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/atlanta-entertaining-with-a-side-of-chaos/
LOCATION:Atlanta Decorative Arts Center\, 351 Peachtree Hills Ave NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30305\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T211241Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom | Sambourne House Museum Tour
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the remarkable home of Edward Linley Sambourne\, at 18 Stafford Terrace Kensington. He was a celebrated Punch illustrator and one of Britain’s first and finest cartoonists. Through his distinctive drawings\, Sambourne captured the personalities\, fashions\, and politics of the Victorian age\, while his Kensington home reveals another side of his life through his passion for design\, collecting\, and photography. Preserved much as the Sambourne family left it\, Sambourne House Museum offers a rare glimpse into the artistic and domestic world of the late 19th c. Beginning in 1875\, Linley and his wife\, Marion\, transformed their home into a showcase of the Aesthetic movement\, filling it with William Morris wallpapers\, stained glass\, ceramics\, and carefully curated interiors. Hannah Lund\, Curator of Exhibitions and Displays\, explores the Sambournes’ family life on this digital tour. She will discuss Linley’s celebrated career and illustrate the remarkably preserved interiors that make Sambourne House one of London’s finest surviving Victorian homes. We will also peek into an upcoming exhibition featuring never-before-seen items from the archives. \nZoom details will be shared in the email confirmation after ordering. \nTickets: $30 Members; $40 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-sambourne-house-museum-tour/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T211435Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | Sambourne House Museum Tour
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the remarkable home of Edward Linley Sambourne\, at 18 Stafford Terrace Kensington. He was a celebrated Punch illustrator and one of Britain’s first and finest cartoonists. Through his distinctive drawings\, Sambourne captured the personalities\, fashions\, and politics of the Victorian age\, while his Kensington home reveals another side of his life through his passion for design\, collecting\, and photography. Preserved much as the Sambourne family left it\, Sambourne House Museum offers a rare glimpse into the artistic and domestic world of the late 19th c. Beginning in 1875\, Linley and his wife\, Marion\, transformed their home into a showcase of the Aesthetic movement\, filling it with William Morris wallpapers\, stained glass\, ceramics\, and carefully curated interiors. Hannah Lund\, Curator of Exhibitions and Displays\, explores the Sambournes’ family life on this digital tour. She will discuss Linley’s celebrated career and illustrate the remarkably preserved interiors that make Sambourne House one of London’s finest surviving Victorian homes. We will also peek into an upcoming exhibition featuring never-before-seen items from the archives. \nThe recording will be shared on November 13 by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026. \nTickets: $30 Members; $40 Non-members \n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-sambourne-house-museum-tour/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T182438Z
CREATED:20260901T181023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182438Z
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SUMMARY:NYC | Reimagining Historic Interiors
DESCRIPTION:From elegant private residences in Beirut\, Vienna\, London\, and Paris to the restoration of two significant rooms at Buscot Park\, Oxfordshire (NT)\, interior designer\, Alidad\, explores the projects that define his distinctive approach to design. Presenting richly illustrated examples\, he examines the decorative choices behind each commission. Named one of House & Garden’s Top 100 Interior Designers\, Alidad is renowned for creating layered interiors featuring vibrant\, upholstered furnishings\, opulent passementerie\, and antiques sourced from around the world. Drawing inspiration from the Baroque and Neoclassical periods\, as well as Chinoiserie and Art Deco\, he creates spaces that feel both timeless and deeply personal. As he explains\, “I want to create spaces that look as though they have always been there.” \nAlidad is an award-winning interior designer renowned for his richly layered interiors\, which draw on a deep appreciation for history\, craftsmanship\, and tradition. After beginning his career at Sotheby’s\, Alidad established his own design studio where he developed his approach to creating bespoke spaces. Inspired by his Persian heritage and a lifelong fascination with historic design\, Alidad blends antique\, vintage\, and contemporary elements to create interiors that appear to have evolved over generations. His work combines color\, pattern\, texture\, and scale with meticulous craftsmanship displayed in his projects including the restoration at Buscot Park\, a National Trust property. \nIn-Person: Lecture will start at 6:15 p.m. ET with reception following. \nLocation: The General Society Library\, 20 W 44th Street\, New York NY 10036 \nTickets: $35 Members; $45 Non-members \n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/nyc-reimagining-historic-interiors/
LOCATION:The General Society Library\, 20 W. 44th Street\, New York City\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260901T181225Z
CREATED:20260901T181225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T181225Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | Reimagining Historic Interiors
DESCRIPTION:From elegant private residences in Beirut\, Vienna\, London\, and Paris to the restoration of two significant rooms at Buscot Park\, Oxfordshire (NT)\, interior designer\, Alidad\, explores the projects that define his distinctive approach to design. Presenting richly illustrated examples\, he examines the decorative choices behind each commission. Named one of House & Garden’s Top 100 Interior Designers\, Alidad is renowned for creating layered interiors featuring vibrant\, upholstered furnishings\, opulent passementerie\, and antiques sourced from around the world. Drawing inspiration from the Baroque and Neoclassical periods\, as well as Chinoiserie and Art Deco\, he creates spaces that feel both timeless and deeply personal. As he explains\, “I want to create spaces that look as though they have always been there.” \nAlidad is an award-winning interior designer renowned for his richly layered interiors\, which draw on a deep appreciation for history\, craftsmanship\, and tradition. After beginning his career at Sotheby’s\, Alidad established his own design studio where he developed his approach to creating bespoke spaces. Inspired by his Persian heritage and a lifelong fascination with historic design\, Alidad blends antique\, vintage\, and contemporary elements to create interiors that appear to have evolved over generations. His work combines color\, pattern\, texture\, and scale with meticulous craftsmanship displayed in his projects including the restoration at Buscot Park\, a National Trust property. \nThe recording will be sent on November 17 by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026. \nTickets: $20 Members\, $30 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-reimagining-historic-interiors/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T201044Z
CREATED:20260813T200928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T201044Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom | Defending the Homefront: Britain's Home Guard
DESCRIPTION:As the threat of invasion by Adolf Hitler loomed over the British nation\, Prime Minister Anthony Eden’s 1940 radio broadcast appealed for volunteers to protect the domestic front. Often called “Dad’s Army\,” the British Home Guard was made up of volunteers who were too young or too old for conscription during WWII. However\, they were more than an assembly of well-meaning amateurs. Nearly 2M ordinary people—including George Orwell\, A. A. Milne\, and C. S. Lewis—stood ready to defend British towns and villages. Journalist and author Sinclair McKay will explore the incredible story of Britain’s Home Guard. He will describe the village greens that became drilling grounds for WWI veterans who balanced rifle practice\, night patrols\, and anti-aircraft duties. McKay will also highlight the important role played by women. While at first officially banned from the Home Guard\, undeterred\, a group formed the Women’s Home Defence Force in 1941. Also\, McKay will talk about the 1st American Squadron\, composed of US citizens living in the UK in 1940. This group stepped up to defend Britain while the US was still neutral. Drawing on archival research\, McKay will offer a new perspective on the domestic spirit of resilience\, ingenuity\, and courage that helped sustain the nation during its darkest hours. \nSinclair McKay writes for the Daily Telegraph\, the Mail on Sunday and The Spectator. He is a literary critic for the Telegraph and the Spectator. He has published extensively on Bletchley Park in his books\, The Secret Life of Bletchley Park\, The Secret Listeners\, and Bletchley Park Brainteasers. His other books include Dresden: The Fire and the Darkness (2020); Meeting Churchill: A Life in 90 Encounters (2023); St. Petersburg: Sacrifice and Redemption in the City That Defied Hitler (2025) and Dad’s Army: The Glorious True Story of the Home Guard (2026). \nZoom details will be shared in the email confirmation after ordering. \nTickets: $15 Members; $25 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-defending-the-homefront-britains-home-guard/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Oak":MAILTO:zoom@royal-oak.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T172321Z
CREATED:20260831T172321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T172321Z
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia | Behind Closed Doors: The Tragic and Untold Story of the Duchess of Windsor
DESCRIPTION:While there have been many talks about The Duke and Duchess of Windsor\, acclaimed Royal biographer Hugo Vickers’s lecture provides a fresh perspective on the doomed royal couple’s years in exile. While Mr. Vickers has his own theories about the Abdication itself; this lecture will highlight the untold drama of the final years of The Duchess’s life. He will discuss how Wallis’ life plummeted after Duke’s death and illustrate how her later years ended with the criminal exploitation of an old\, sick woman. Mr. Vickers will introduce Suzanne Blum\, the ruthless French lawyer\, and explain how once she was widowed\, The Duchess’s precarious financial and social position added to her horrible plight. Using previously unpublished papers and other private letters\, he will show how The Duchess of Windsor’s once-glamorous life quickly spiraled into one of desperation and fear. Vickers will paint a resonant portrait of a complex and tragic icon and reveal the truth behind her final years—research that became the basis for the 2026 film starring Isabella Rossellini and Joan Collins. \nHugo Vickers is a well known biographer\, lecturer and broadcaster. He has covered royal events such as weddings and funerals—including the State Funeral and Committal of The Queen Elizabeth II—and celebrations such as the Coronation of King Charles III. The Financial Times recently described him as: ‘the most knowledgeable royal biographer on the planet.’ He has written many biographies of 20th-century figures\, including Cecil Beaton\, Vivien Leigh\, Princess Andrew of Greece\, and the Queen Mother. His first biography\, about Gladys Deacon\, Duchess of Marlborough (1881-1977) was based on two years of his interviews with her before her death. In 2022\, he published a book with HRH The Duke of Kent\, entitled A Royal Life. In 2024\, Mr. Vickers published a novel – Pining in Paradise – and his biography of Clarissa\, Countess of Avon (widow of PM Anthony Eden). When not writing\, he travels through the Commonwealth and Overseas Territories\, establishing Commonwealth Walkways. Mr. Vickers is a Deputy Lieutenant for the Royal County of Berkshire and Captain of the Lay Stewards of St George’s Chapel\, Windsor Castle. He has given too many lectures in too many places to keep track. \nIN-PERSON: Lecture at 6:30 p.m. PT\, preceded by a cash bar reception at 6:00 p.m. PT. Business attire required.  \nLocation: The Union League of Philadelphia\, 140 S Broad St.\, Philadelphia PA 19120 \nTickets: $35 members; $45 non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/philadelphia-behind-closed-doors-the-tragic-and-untold-story-of-the-duchess-of-windsor/
LOCATION:The Union League of Philadelphia\, 140 S Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T201319Z
CREATED:20260813T201319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T201319Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | Defending the Homefront: Britain's Home Guard
DESCRIPTION:As the threat of invasion by Adolf Hitler loomed over the British nation\, Prime Minister Anthony Eden’s 1940 radio broadcast appealed for volunteers to protect the domestic front. Often called “Dad’s Army\,” the British Home Guard was made up of volunteers who were too young or too old for conscription during WWII. However\, they were more than an assembly of well-meaning amateurs. Nearly 2M ordinary people—including George Orwell\, A. A. Milne\, and C. S. Lewis—stood ready to defend British towns and villages. Journalist and author Sinclair McKay will explore the incredible story of Britain’s Home Guard. He will describe the village greens that became drilling grounds for WWI veterans who balanced rifle practice\, night patrols\, and anti-aircraft duties. McKay will also highlight the important role played by women. While at first officially banned from the Home Guard\, undeterred\, a group formed the Women’s Home Defence Force in 1941. Also\, McKay will talk about the 1st American Squadron\, composed of US citizens living in the UK in 1940. This group stepped up to defend Britain while the US was still neutral. Drawing on archival research\, McKay will offer a new perspective on the domestic spirit of resilience\, ingenuity\, and courage that helped sustain the nation during its darkest hours. \nSinclair McKay writes for the Daily Telegraph\, the Mail on Sunday and The Spectator. He is a literary critic for the Telegraph and the Spectator. He has published extensively on Bletchley Park in his books\, The Secret Life of Bletchley Park\, The Secret Listeners\, and Bletchley Park Brainteasers. His other books include Dresden: The Fire and the Darkness (2020); Meeting Churchill: A Life in 90 Encounters (2023); St. Petersburg: Sacrifice and Redemption in the City That Defied Hitler (2025) and Dad’s Army: The Glorious True Story of the Home Guard (2026). \nThe recording will be sent on November 18 by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026. \nTickets: $15 Members; $25 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-defending-the-homefront/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Oak":MAILTO:zoom@royal-oak.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T165410Z
CREATED:20260831T172818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T165410Z
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SUMMARY:La Jolla | Behind Closed Doors: The Tragic and Untold Story of the Duchess of Windsor
DESCRIPTION:While there have been many talks about The Duke and Duchess of Windsor\, acclaimed Royal biographer Hugo Vickers’s lecture provides a fresh perspective on the doomed royal couple’s years in exile. While Mr. Vickers has his own theories about the Abdication itself; this lecture will highlight the untold drama of the final years of The Duchess’s life. He will discuss how Wallis’ life plummeted after Duke’s death and illustrate how her later years ended with the criminal exploitation of an old\, sick woman. Mr. Vickers will introduce Suzanne Blum\, the ruthless French lawyer\, and explain how once she was widowed\, The Duchess’s precarious financial and social position added to her horrible plight. Using previously unpublished papers and other private letters\, he will show how The Duchess of Windsor’s once-glamorous life quickly spiraled into one of desperation and fear. Vickers will paint a resonant portrait of a complex and tragic icon and reveal the truth behind her final years—research that became the basis for the 2026 film starring Isabella Rossellini and Joan Collins. \nHugo Vickers is a well known biographer\, lecturer and broadcaster. He has covered royal events such as weddings and funerals—including the State Funeral and Committal of The Queen Elizabeth II—and celebrations such as the Coronation of King Charles III. The Financial Times recently described him as: ‘the most knowledgeable royal biographer on the planet.’ He has written many biographies of 20th-century figures\, including Cecil Beaton\, Vivien Leigh\, Princess Andrew of Greece\, and the Queen Mother. His first biography\, about Gladys Deacon\, Duchess of Marlborough (1881-1977) was based on two years of his interviews with her before her death. In 2022\, he published a book with HRH The Duke of Kent\, entitled A Royal Life. In 2024\, Mr. Vickers published a novel – Pining in Paradise – and his biography of Clarissa\, Countess of Avon (widow of PM Anthony Eden). When not writing\, he travels through the Commonwealth and Overseas Territories\, establishing Commonwealth Walkways. Mr. Vickers is a Deputy Lieutenant for the Royal County of Berkshire and Captain of the Lay Stewards of St George’s Chapel\, Windsor Castle. He has given too many lectures in too many places to keep track. \nIN-PERSON: Lecture at 6:30 p.m. PT\, preceded by a wine reception at 6:00 p.m. PT \nLocation: St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church\, 743 Prospect Street\, La Jolla CA 92037 \nParking is available on the premises. \nTickets: $40 members; $45 non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/la-jolla-behind-closed-doors-the-tragic-and-untold-story-of-the-duchess-of-windsor/
LOCATION:St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church\, 74 Prospect Street\, La Jolla\, CA\, 92037\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260914T214403Z
CREATED:20260831T181519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T214403Z
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SUMMARY:Pasadena | Behind Closed Doors: The Tragic and Untold Story of the Duchess of Windsor
DESCRIPTION:While there have been many talks about The Duke and Duchess of Windsor\, acclaimed Royal biographer Hugo Vickers’s lecture provides a fresh perspective on the doomed royal couple’s years in exile. While Mr. Vickers has his own theories about the Abdication itself; this lecture will highlight the untold drama of the final years of The Duchess’s life. He will discuss how Wallis’ life plummeted after Duke’s death and illustrate how her later years ended with the criminal exploitation of an old\, sick woman. Mr. Vickers will introduce Suzanne Blum\, the ruthless French lawyer\, and explain how once she was widowed\, The Duchess’s precarious financial and social position added to her horrible plight. Using previously unpublished papers and other private letters\, he will show how The Duchess of Windsor’s once-glamorous life quickly spiraled into one of desperation and fear. Vickers will paint a resonant portrait of a complex and tragic icon and reveal the truth behind her final years—research that became the basis for the 2026 film starring Isabella Rossellini and Joan Collins. \nHugo Vickers is a well known biographer\, lecturer and broadcaster. He has covered royal events such as weddings and funerals—including the State Funeral and Committal of The Queen Elizabeth II—and celebrations such as the Coronation of King Charles III. The Financial Times recently described him as: ‘the most knowledgeable royal biographer on the planet.’ He has written many biographies of 20th-century figures\, including Cecil Beaton\, Vivien Leigh\, Princess Andrew of Greece\, and the Queen Mother. His first biography\, about Gladys Deacon\, Duchess of Marlborough (1881-1977) was based on two years of his interviews with her before her death. In 2022\, he published a book with HRH The Duke of Kent\, entitled A Royal Life. In 2024\, Mr. Vickers published a novel – Pining in Paradise – and his biography of Clarissa\, Countess of Avon (widow of PM Anthony Eden). When not writing\, he travels through the Commonwealth and Overseas Territories\, establishing Commonwealth Walkways. Mr. Vickers is a Deputy Lieutenant for the Royal County of Berkshire and Captain of the Lay Stewards of St George’s Chapel\, Windsor Castle. He has given too many lectures in too many places to keep track. \nIN-PERSON: Lecture at 6:00 p.m. PT\, followed by a wine reception. \nLocation: Pasadena Heritage\, 160 N Oakland Ave\, Pasadena\, CA 91101 \nParking is available on the premises. \nTickets: $35 members; $45 non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/la-behind-closed-doors-the-tragic-and-untold-story-of-the-duchess-of-windsor/
LOCATION:Pasadena Heritage\, 160 N Oakland Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T205759Z
CREATED:20260813T205759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T205759Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom | Alice de Rothschild's World at Waddesdon Manor
DESCRIPTION:Alice de Rothschild\, a member of the influential European banking dynasty\, was an art collector\, gardener\, and one of the most remarkable women of her era. Unconstrained by the social expectations placed upon women\, she forged her own path and after inheriting Waddesdon Manor from her brother\, Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, in 1898\, shaped its future for the next 24 years. Dr. Mia Jackson will explore Alice’s lasting influence on Waddesdon Manor\, revealing how she preserved and enriched the estate through her collections\, gardens\, and traditions of entertaining. In doing so\, Alice established standards of stewardship and care that would later help shape National Trust conservation practices\, securing Waddesdon’s legacy for future generations. \nDr. Mia Jackson is Senior Curator of Decorative Arts at Waddesdon Manor\, where she has worked since 2017. She has curated exhibitions on Alice de Rothschild and her collections; the Rothschild Aviaries; and Flights of Fancy: The Birds of Louis Denis Armand (2024). She studied at the University of Oxford and the Courtauld Institute of Art before completing her PhD at Queen Mary\, University of London. Previously\, she worked at the British Museum\, The Wallace Collection\, and English Heritage. \nZoom details will be shared in the email confirmation after ordering. \nTickets: $15 Members; $25 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-alice-de-rothschilds-world-at-waddesdon-manor/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Oak":MAILTO:zoom@royal-oak.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260813T210558Z
CREATED:20260813T210558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T210558Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | Alice de Rothschild's World at Waddesdon Manor
DESCRIPTION:Alice de Rothschild\, a member of the influential European banking dynasty\, was an art collector\, gardener\, and one of the most remarkable women of her era. Unconstrained by the social expectations placed upon women\, she forged her own path and after inheriting Waddesdon Manor from her brother\, Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild\, in 1898\, shaped its future for the next 24 years. Dr. Mia Jackson will explore Alice’s lasting influence on Waddesdon Manor\, revealing how she preserved and enriched the estate through her collections\, gardens\, and traditions of entertaining. In doing so\, Alice established standards of stewardship and care that would later help shape National Trust conservation practices\, securing Waddesdon’s legacy for future generations. \nDr. Mia Jackson is Senior Curator of Decorative Arts at Waddesdon Manor\, where she has worked since 2017. She has curated exhibitions on Alice de Rothschild and her collections; the Rothschild Aviaries; and Flights of Fancy: The Birds of Louis Denis Armand (2024). She studied at the University of Oxford and the Courtauld Institute of Art before completing her PhD at Queen Mary\, University of London. Previously\, she worked at the British Museum\, The Wallace Collection\, and English Heritage. \nThe recording will be sent on November 24 by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026. \nTickets: $15 Members; $25 Non-members \n \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-alice-de-rothschilds-world-at-waddesdon-manor/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Oak":MAILTO:zoom@royal-oak.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260812T210258Z
CREATED:20260803T172357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T210258Z
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SUMMARY:NYC | Behind Closed Doors: The Tragic and Untold Story of the Duchess of Windsor
DESCRIPTION:While there have been many talks about The Duke and Duchess of Windsor\, acclaimed Royal biographer Hugo Vickers’s lecture provides a fresh perspective on the doomed royal couple’s years in exile. While Mr. Vickers has his own theories about the Abdication itself; this lecture will highlight the untold drama of the final years of The Duchess’s life. He will discuss how Wallis’ life plummeted after Duke’s death and illustrate how her later years ended with the criminal exploitation of an old\, sick woman. Mr. Vickers will introduce Suzanne Blum\, the ruthless French lawyer\, and explain how once she was widowed\, The Duchess’s precarious financial and social position added to her horrible plight. Using previously unpublished papers and other private letters\, he will show how The Duchess of Windsor’s once-glamorous life quickly spiraled into one of desperation and fear. Vickers will paint a resonant portrait of a complex and tragic icon and reveal the truth behind her final years—research that became the basis for the 2026 film starring Isabella Rossellini and Joan Collins. \nHugo Vickers is a well known biographer\, lecturer and broadcaster. He has covered royal events such as weddings and funerals—including the State Funeral and Committal of The Queen Elizabeth II—and celebrations such as the Coronation of King Charles III. The Financial Times recently described him as: ‘the most knowledgeable royal biographer on the planet.’ He has written many biographies of 20th-century figures\, including Cecil Beaton\, Vivien Leigh\, Princess Andrew of Greece\, and the Queen Mother. His first biography\, about Gladys Deacon\, Duchess of Marlborough (1881-1977) was based on two years of his interviews with her before her death. In 2022\, he published a book with HRH The Duke of Kent\, entitled A Royal Life. In 2024\, Mr. Vickers published a novel – Pining in Paradise – and his biography of Clarissa\, Countess of Avon (widow of PM Anthony Eden). When not writing\, he travels through the Commonwealth and Overseas Territories\, establishing Commonwealth Walkways. Mr. Vickers is a Deputy Lieutenant for the Royal County of Berkshire and Captain of the Lay Stewards of St George’s Chapel\, Windsor Castle. He has given too many lectures in too many places to keep track. \nIN-PERSON: Lecture at 6:15 p.m. ET followed by a reception and book signing \nLocation: New York School of Interior Design\, Arthur King Satz Auditorium\, 170 E 70th Street\, New York \nTickets: $35 members; $45 non-members \n \n \n  \nOr call 212-480-2889 x200 \n \n  \nAbout New York School of Interior Design\nNew York School of Interior Design is a college focused exclusively on interior design. The college offers certificate\, undergraduate\, and graduate programs for students at all stages of their careers—whether they’re just becoming familiar with the discipline\, considering a career change\, or looking to deepen knowledge in a particular area. To learn more\, visit NYSID.edu.
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/nyc-behind-closed-doors-the-tragic-and-untold-story-of-the-duchess-of-windsor/
LOCATION:New York School of Interior Design\, Arthur King Satz Auditorium\, 170 E 70th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10021\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Lecture
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | Behind Closed Doors: The Tragic and Untold Story of the Duchess of Windsor
DESCRIPTION:While there have been many talks about The Duke and Duchess of Windsor\, acclaimed Royal biographer Hugo Vickers’s lecture provides a fresh perspective on the doomed royal couple’s years in exile. While Mr. Vickers has his own theories about the Abdication itself; this lecture will highlight the untold drama of the final years of The Duchess’s life. He will discuss how Wallis’ life plummeted after Duke’s death and illustrate how her later years ended with the criminal exploitation of an old\, sick woman. Mr. Vickers will introduce Suzanne Blum\, the ruthless French lawyer\, and explain how once she was widowed\, The Duchess’s precarious financial and social position added to her horrible plight. Using previously unpublished papers and other private letters\, he will show how The Duchess of Windsor’s once-glamorous life quickly spiraled into one of desperation and fear. Vickers will paint a resonant portrait of a complex and tragic icon and reveal the truth behind her final years—research that became the basis for the 2026 film starring Isabella Rossellini and Joan Collins. \nHugo Vickers is a well known biographer\, lecturer and broadcaster. He has covered royal events such as weddings and funerals—including the State Funeral and Committal of The Queen Elizabeth II—and celebrations such as the Coronation of King Charles III. The Financial Times recently described him as: ‘the most knowledgeable royal biographer on the planet.’ He has written many biographies of 20th-century figures\, including Cecil Beaton\, Vivien Leigh\, Princess Andrew of Greece\, and the Queen Mother. His first biography\, about Gladys Deacon\, Duchess of Marlborough (1881-1977) was based on two years of his interviews with her before her death. In 2022\, he published a book with HRH The Duke of Kent\, entitled A Royal Life. In 2024\, Mr. Vickers published a novel – Pining in Paradise – and his biography of Clarissa\, Countess of Avon (widow of PM Anthony Eden). When not writing\, he travels through the Commonwealth and Overseas Territories\, establishing Commonwealth Walkways. Mr. Vickers is a Deputy Lieutenant for the Royal County of Berkshire and Captain of the Lay Stewards of St George’s Chapel\, Windsor Castle. He has given too many lectures in too many places to keep track. \nThe recording with be sent on December 3 by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026.  \nTickets: $20 Members; $30 Non-members \n \nor call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-behind-closed-doors-the-tragic-and-untold-story-of-the-duchess-of-windsor/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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SUMMARY:Zoom | Sugar Plums and Seasonal Tales from the Gilded Age
DESCRIPTION:During the Gilded Age\, holidays were transformed into opulent celebrations featuring lavish decorations and delicious confections. Food writer and historian Becky Libourel Diamond will explore Gilded Age holiday traditions\, from plum pudding\, gingerbread\, and mince pie\, to grand balls\, debutante parties\, and festive teas. She will examine the fascinating history behind these confections\, their ingredients\, and baking methods\, while uncovering the origins of many customs that became mainstream including\, Santa Claus\, Christmas trees\, and Christmas cards. She will also discuss Hanukkah celebrations among America’s growing Jewish community and New Year’s traditions such as “New Year’s Calling.” \nBecky Libourel Diamond is a food writer\, librarian\, and research historian. She holds a BA in journalism from Rider University and an MLS from Rutgers University. Her second cookbook\, The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook\, blends Gilded Age details and celebrity stories with historic holiday menus and recipes\, updated for modern kitchens. She is also the author of The Thousand Dollar Dinner\, and Mrs. Goodfellow: The Story of America’s First Cooking School. \nZoom details will be shared in the email confirmation after ordering. \nTickets: $15 Members; $25 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889 x200
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/zoom-sugar-plums-and-seasonal-tales-from-the-gilded-age/
LOCATION:Zoom Live\, Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Zoom
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SUMMARY:Zoom Rental | Sugar Plums and Seasonal Tales from the Gilded Age
DESCRIPTION:During the Gilded Age\, holidays were transformed into opulent celebrations featuring lavish decorations and delicious confections. Food writer and historian Becky Libourel Diamond will explore Gilded Age holiday traditions\, from plum pudding\, gingerbread\, and mince pie\, to grand balls\, debutante parties\, and festive teas. She will examine the fascinating history behind these confections\, their ingredients\, and baking methods\, while uncovering the origins of many customs that became mainstream including\, Santa Claus\, Christmas trees\, and Christmas cards. She will also discuss Hanukkah celebrations among America’s growing Jewish community and New Year’s traditions such as “New Year’s Calling.” \n \nBecky Libourel Diamond is a food writer\, librarian\, and research historian. She holds a BA in journalism from Rider University and an MLS from Rutgers University. Her second cookbook\, The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook\, blends Gilded Age details and celebrity stories with historic holiday menus and recipes\, updated for modern kitchens. She is also the author of The Thousand Dollar Dinner\, and Mrs. Goodfellow: The Story of America’s First Cooking School. \nThe recording will be sent on December 4 by 12:00 p.m. ET and available through December 31\, 2026. \nTickets: $15 Members; $25 Non-members \n \n\nOr call 212-480-2889
URL:https://www.royal-oak.org/event/rental-sugar-plums-and-seasonal-tales-from-the-gilded-age/
LOCATION:Zoom Recording\, Virtual\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Rental
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