Churchill and Blenheim Palace: Webcast and Exhibition

Winston Churchill once quipped, “At Blenheim I took two very important decisions: to be born and to marry. I am happily content with the decisions I took on both those occasions.”

Blenheim Palace was built as a gift from the nation for John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough, who led British forces during the War of the Spanish Succession. The Duke and his wife Sarah were great favorites of Queen Anne, and the completed palace became one of the grandest homes in England. Winston Churchill was born there on November 30, 1874, when his paternal grandfather was 7th Duke of Marlborough. The Blenheim Estate remains privately owned and has graciously provided content for the exhibition and webcast.

Join us for a special webcast at 12 p.m. CDT on September 12 (find local time), the wedding anniversary of Winston and Clementine Churchill. Keaney and Riley will discuss the rich historical ties between Britain’s most iconic leader and Blenheim Palace, offering insights into the related forthcoming special exhibition at ANCM and the significance of Blenheim in Churchill’s life. This online event is a must-attend for history enthusiasts and those passionate about Churchill’s enduring legacy, which began with his birth in 1874 at Blenheim.