LUNCHTIME LECTURE

Curator’s introduction to Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style

Queen Elizabeth II's Wedding Dress (left)'  Queen Elizabeth II wearing a cream silk evening gown with foliate beaded embroidery designed by Sir Norman Hartne (centre); Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Dress (right)
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Please note that all timeslots to the Gallery on this day are now sold out. This lecture is therefore only bookable for visitors who have already purchased a ticket for the Gallery on this day.

The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
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  • 13:00 - 14:00
  • £8.00 with an exhibition ticket.
  • Please make sure to arrive at the gallery at least 30 minutes before the lecture starts to ensure you have plenty of time to go through security checks on arrival.
  • Adults

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    Join Surveyor of The King's Works of Art and exhibition curator Caroline de Guitaut for this introduction to our current exhibition, Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style at The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace.

    During this lecture, Caroline will explore the remarkable style of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch through clothing worn in all ten decades of her life - from birth to adulthood, from princess to queen, and from off-duty style to dressing for the global stage for momentous occasions in Britain’s history. Caroline will share a more detailed view of some of the highlights from the exhibition and there will also be an opportunity for the audience to ask her questions about the pieces on display.

    Please note that this event will also take place as an online event on Tuesday, 28 April 2026 for those who are not able to attend the lecture in person. 


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