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The Biltmore Estate: Dressing Downton and the Tulips on my Birthday

The Biltmore Estate is one of the most beautiful places to visit any time of the year.  But right now the tulips are in bloom and it is gorgeous!








They also have these displayed near the tulips which goes perfectly with the Dressing Downton exhibit that is currently on tour at the Biltmore!




Dressing Downton: Changing Fashion for Changing Times is a traveling exhibition with the premiere stop at the Biltmore Estate.  The exhibition is displayed throughout the house with explanations about how the fashion was applied during the time period and photos of the characters in costume.  Unfortunately, photography is prohibited inside the house.  But don't despair, there is a book complete with photos of the costumes and detailed information on them for sale in the gift shops along with a whole array of Downton delights!!  I picked up two books while I was there.     The fashions of Downton Abbey are on display at the Biltmore from now until May 25th 2015.  The tour continues throughout the United States ending in St. Augustine, Florida in January 2018.  You can find more information on this exhibition at the Biltmore Estate here: Downton Abbey Fashion at the Biltmore Estate  and more information on the tour itself here: Dressing Downton


I had a wonderful birthday visit to the Biltmore Estate.  My favorite flower, the tulip, was in bloom and my favorite television show was being highlighted at one of my very favorite places to visit.  Even in the rain the Biltmore shows her beauty.  Who needs cake and candles when you have views like this on your birthday!  Thank you, my sweet husband and children for a delightful visit to America's largest home!

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