Stewardship

Drawing on centuries of experience in preservation and legacy planning, this course explores the responsibilities that come with stewarding cultural heritage.

Stewardship
London Spring Intensive

Stewardship prepares students to thoughtfully manage collections to create meaningful cultural impact. This course addresses the unique responsibilities and opportunities that come with custodianship of important artworks. Students will explore critical considerations including estate planning, inheritance tax implications, and strategies for preserving collection value across generations, including philanthropic pathways.

Through discussions on succession planning and the evolving role of private collectors in the broader cultural ecosystem, participants will develop frameworks for making informed decisions that honour the past while shaping their own legacy. This course is ideal for those seeking to transform inherited assets into lasting contributions to the art world and cultural heritage.
  • 8-10 April 2026
  • Wednesday-Friday, 10am-5pm GMT
  • Christie's London
  • £1,500
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Study at the world's leading Auction House 

Christie’s, the world's oldest fine art auctioneer, has sold fine art, furniture, jewellery and wine since James Christie conducted the first sale in London on 5 December 1766. Christie’s London has continued to provide the perfect backdrop for the sales of the world’s finest collections and greatest works of art ever since.

Christie’s moved to its global headquarters at 8 King Street, St. James’s in 1823. The gallery spaces at King Street are transformed into classrooms during our exclusive programming in London, so that students are immersed in the fast-paced environment of the auction house.

A wealth of expertise for the new generation

Specialists' insights on strategic planning, preservation strategies and the nuances of legacy decision-making ensure collections continue to inspire for generations.

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Christie's Education 
Telephone: +44 20 7839 9060
Email: education@christies.com

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