Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke

Author and Television Personality

Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke, brings history to life through her captivating television appearances and digital content. She starred in the Smithsonian Channel series "An American Aristocrat’s Guide to Great Estates," where she explored the grandeur and stories of the United Kingdom's most magnificent historic houses. Julie now shares her passion for heritage on her YouTube channel, American Viscountess, offering intimate tours and behind-the-scenes looks at some of the UK's most iconic estates.

Julie’s dedication to understanding and preserving history is further exemplified by her academic achievements. She’s currently researching for a Masters degree in Country House Studies and spearheads the Alberta Research Project, an in-depth examination of Alberta Sturges Montagu, the 9th Countess of Sandwich, an American heiress during the Gilded Age. This project, which utilises cutting-edge AI technology, holds the largest archive of any American heiress and won the 2024 ARA Volunteering Award.

At the heart of Julie’s work is Mapperton House, her family’s Jacobean manor in Dorset, England. Julie’s active role in managing and preserving the estate has helped transform Mapperton into a vibrant cultural and community hub, attracting visitors from around the world.

Website: mapperton.com
Youtube: @americanviscountess
Instagram: @juliemontagu