Take a Look at These Rare Photos of Buckingham Palace Through the Years

Queen Victoria installed the Grand Staircase in Buckingham Palace in 1898. The beautiful structure is still standing today.

The queen consort (Queen Elizabeth's mother) along with palace staff and their wives, gather for a meeting in the Blue Drawing Room one month after the start of World War II. They crafted clothes and surgical dressings for the Red Cross.

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth survey the damage at Buckingham Palace after it was bombed during World War II.

A young Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth practice painting inside the palace's school room. For safety, the sisters were moved to Windsor Castle during the height of World War II.

Princess Margaret, Queen Elizabeth, Princess Elizabeth, and King George VI share a family night in the palace.

Thousands of people gathered for miles outside of the palace to celebrate VE Day with the royal family. The monumental event marked the Allies's victory and the end of World War II.

Princess Elizabeth's office space in the Royal Sitting Room in the '40s featured a crystal chandelier, an elegant vase of white flowers, and glass trinkets on the shelves.

Once again in the palace's study room, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret show off their musical talents.

With its high walls and abundance of natural light, the Music Room in the palace is a dream practice space for any pianist.

French and Regency era furniture, gold touches in every corner, and elaborate chandeliers make the White Drawing Room nothing short of stunning.

The deep red carpeting and ornate decor of the Throne Room looks straight out of a movie. The space is often used as a venue for smaller events.

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth relax in their apartment in Buckingham Palace on their 25th wedding anniversary.

Singer Margaret Eaves plays cricket at the Buckingham Palace Garden Party. The event was being held for the Not Forgotten Association for wounded veterans.

Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh celebrate the christening of their baby daughter, Anne.

Just a few years later, Queen Elizabeth II and her family pose in the Throne Room following her coronation.

Her Majesty smiles at the Commonwealth Conference with world leaders like Winston Churchill.

Princess Margaret, her new husband Antony Armstrong-Jones, and her bridesmaids pose for photos in the palace following their wedding ceremony.

The Beatles pose outside of Buckingham Palace, after being presented with MBE awards by Queen Elizabeth II. The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire rewards special contributions to the arts and sciences.

Beatle Mania was strong outside the palace, as guards could barely hold back fans eager to get a good look at John, Paul, Ringo, and George.

Prince Charles sorts through papers on a cushioned armchair in his private salon.

Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip, and their four children chat in one of the palace's several living rooms.

Prince Charles, Queen Elizabeth, and Princess Diana pose in the Music Room of the palace months before Charles and Diana's wedding. When Diana passed away in 1997, a tribute was set up for her in the very same room.

Princess Diana and her new husband, Prince Charles, pose for photos with family in the Throne Room, following their wedding ceremony.

Princess Diana smiles as she holds her son, Prince William, surrounded by family at the baby's christening.

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip greet President George H. W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush in the Picture Room.

Pictured is one of the most popular living rooms in the palace, which features dark floral carpeting and gold wallpaper.

Here, is one of the palace's many dining rooms. Red and gold touches elevate the formality of the space.

Even the bedrooms are regal, as seen here. This one is decorated with a large chandelier and a silk canopy bed.

Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother admire the Queen's Christmas Tree in the Picture Gallery. Artists presented the royal family with 500 crafted ornaments, which were auctioned off for charity.

A staff member sorts through envelopes in the Post Room. It's where communication between departments takes place.

Her Majesty delivers the annual royal Christmas message from the Yellow Drawing Room, with a decorated tree and framed photos of her family behind her.

The monarch chats with Australian Prime Minister John Howard on what might be one of the most regal-looking carpets in the palace.

Her Majesty knights Sir Garth Morrison inside the Private Audience Room, honoring him for his service as a Chief Scout.

Every July, the palace opens its doors to visitors with the Summer Opening exhibition. Guests can go on tours and see spaces like this ballroom, set up to give a realistic image of what a state banquet looks like.

When world leaders visit, this is what a dinner at the palace looks like. Here, the President of Mexico, Felipe Calderón, and the Queen sit together at the head of the ballroom during a state banquet.

The State Dining Room looks prepped, cleaned, and ready for Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding reception.

Queen Elizabeth, President Barack Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama, and Prince Philip chat in the Music Room before a banquet.

Queen Elizabeth gifts actress Angelina Jolie an Honorary Dame Grand Cross award inside the 1844 Room. The grand space is one of the most important in the palace, and is used to greet distinguished guests.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and Princess Anne chat at a special reception for Prince Charles. As shown, red and gold remains a key element in the palace's decor.

The Queen supervises dessert service in the State Dining Room for an event celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Queen Victoria.

Queen Elizabeth now resides at Windsor Castle, so things in the palace look a bit different. She often attends meetings at Buckingham Palace remotely, as seen here.