Essential information
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Events and festivals
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| Date and times | Thursday 8 October, Saturday 10 October, Sunday 11 October and Thursday 22 October 2026 | Various times |
| Prices | Tickets from £0-£40 |
Following extensive refurbishment, the Queen's House reopened to the public in 2016 to mark its 400th anniversary.
The House was originally commissioned by Queen Anne of Denmark in 1616 as a 'House of Delights' – a retreat for her cultural activities.
Ten years on from the reopening, we're celebrating the occasion with a special programme of events, including talks with the artists involved in the refurbishment and guided tours. Browse the range of activities below.
Full programme
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Musica Antica at the Queen’s House: Virtuosissime
Thursday 8 October | VIP experience at 5.45pm | Performances at 6.45pm and 8.30pm
Adult: £20-£25, VIP Adult: £45 (plus £3 booking fee) | Adult Member: £18-£22.50, VIP Adult Member: £40
Celebrate the music of four celebrated 17th-century female virtuoso composers from Venice and Florence, performed alongside works by the men who taught them.
This concert will take place in the sumptuous setting of the Great Hall, with a drinks reception beforehand.
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The Queen's House anniversary weekend
Saturday 10 October and Sunday 11 October*
Come along for a special weekend of free talks, tours, storytelling and more! The celebratory activities include:
Storytelling for families in the Great Hall – free
Sessions at 11am, 12pm, 2pm and 3pm
Come and listen to stories inspired by the history and collections of the Queen's House.
Gallery Favourite Talks – free
Talks at 11.30am, 12.30pm, 2.30pm
Dive deeper into stories about the Queen’s House and our collection during our free gallery talks.
Queen's House Treasures Tour – paid
Tour takes place at 3.30pm
Explore the unique architecture of the Queen's House and uncover its history on this guided tour.
*Programme is subject to change without prior notice
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In conversation with Richard Wright: celebrating 10 years of the Great Hall ceiling
Thursday 22 October at 7pm
Adult £25 | Student £22.50 | Free for Members
Join Turner Prize-winning artist Richard Wright and art historian Christine Riding to discuss the inspiration, creation and lasting impact of Wright's artwork for the Great Hall's ceiling. His installation was unveiled in 2016 and takes inspiration from the architecture of the Queen's House.
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