Things to see and do in the house at Treasurer’s House

Join a tour (April - October)

You are invited to join a small group for an exclusive hour-long journey around the house. As you explore the house with a guide, you will be Mr Green’s visitor for a short time.

By appointment

Monday - Wednesday and Saturday

Uncover everything practically as Frank Green left it when he made history by giving not just the property, but it’s entire collection to the National Trust in 1930.

Frank Green was very much a modern gentleman of his time, but it was his love of history that inspired him to create the beautiful house you can see today. He designed Treasurer’s House to showcase his collection of furniture, clocks and art, creating his vision of an ancestral family home in the heart of this historic city.

You would be forgiven for thinking that in a house where nothing changes there can be nothing new to say, but thanks to ongoing research we now know more about Mr Green, his house, and its varied collection. Join this award winning tour for a fascinating insight into life at Treasurer's House. 

 

Turning back time

Sunday 

Home to astronomers and politicians, generals and gentry, divided and brought back together over the years, Treasurer’s House has passed through many hands. On occasion the ripples of history made their way into, and occasionally out from, this tucked away corner of York.

Join a tour on Sunday for a new experience, focusing on the lives and legends of some of the past residents of Treasurer’s House. With so many years of history it's impossible to cover all of the lives lived here, but this journey through history will take you to times beyond those represented in the rooms you walk through. 

 

Good to know...

Pre-booking a tour space is recommended, however if you've missed booking (sales close at 8am), drop in on the day for the next available ticket. A few tickets are left for each tour slot and are sold on a first come, first served basis for the day. 

Please note due to the nature of the building, much of the house is accessible by stairs only.

For younger visitors

You don't need to leave your little ones behind, whilst visiting pick up the mouse house trail. The felted mice characters are inspired by the real staff from around 1920. Let the younger members of your group spot them as you explore together, find out more about their life and try out some of the other challenges posed. Some have interesting stories of their own to share, like Ivy Cliff, Frank Green's personal secretary, and how he supported her through ill health.

Ask at admissions for a free trail sheet until end October. Try the festive alternative at Christmastime. 

 

Explore the collection

With a vision for preserving and championing the past, Mr Green created his vision of what he believed an historic house should be. He mixed different architectural styles and time periods alongside a fascinating collection of antiques and art to create the house that you see as you journey through the house today. Here's a sample of the collection to look out for...