For centuries, the country house held a unique position in English life. Before World War I, the families in these power houses ruled Britain. Not only were their houses the center of productive agricultural estates, their breathtaking interiors were the repositories of jaw-dropping collections of art.

In this online course, Curator of Special Collections and celebrated architectural historian Curt DiCamillo, FRSA will guide you through these stately homes, their interiors, and their world-class art collections. This seminar will cover Medieval, Jacobean, Restoration, and Baroque style, examining how each influenced design and culture.

This course includes three 90-minutes classes and extended Q&A with the instructor, access to the slides, and a bibliography. You do not need to attend the live sessions to participate in the course. You will have access to all of these materials until the end of February 2023.