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Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
Historic and Protected Site
Oak Park
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"Architecture Fantasy Camp at the FLW Home & Studio in Oak Park"(4 Tips)
"Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in town and this is the place"(10 Tips)"... how America's most famous architect broke with traditional design, & hear..."(2 Tips)
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jon accarrinoJuly 29, 2017Frank Lloyd Wright's designed and built "Home and Studio" in 1889 when he was 22. He raised 6 children there before moving away in 1909. The home was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1976.
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Fluying ✅March 31, 2018It’s really worth getting from Chicago up to Oak Park to visit this historical house. A great combination is to visit also the Unity Church just 3 blocks away. Also a good idea to pre book online.Upvote5Downvote
Seasons 52July 26, 2013This home & studio museum will entertain even those with no interest in architecture. Tip - order tickets online because sometimes the wait can get lengthy. Also, definitely take the guided tour.Upvote3Downvote
Omi B.October 9, 2017Wright was a genius in many ways and this house shows it quite well. Go visit when you are in Chicago, it’ll be worth it!!
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Cliff DowneyJune 30, 2017It was a really cool and interesting tour. If you enjoy architecture and history and new ways of looking at things then this is the tour for you.UpvoteDownvote
ninaSeptember 22, 2016It's an incredible experience walking through some of the early and personal work of FLW. If you are in Chicago, make the trip to tour Wright's home and studio.Upvote1Downvote
Rick CarterJune 24, 2016Knowledgeable tour guides. You can also rent a digital player and do a neighborhood self-guided walking tour of houses he designed.UpvoteDownvote
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014Whether you're an architecture buff or just want to learn more about Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural impact, his Oak Park Home and Studio is worth a visit. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
ZipcarJune 29, 2011Journey to the birthplace of American architecture and take a tour of this historic Oak Park neighborhood. You’re guaranteed to discover new facts you never knew about Chicago.Upvote3Downvote
InterContinental ChicagoSeptember 8, 2011Frank Lloyd Wright's influence is visible across Chicago, but this district is a must for Wright fans. Rent an iPod tour at the Home Studio and walk the neighborhood at your own pace.Upvote2Downvote- Frank Lloyd Wright Pres. TrustSeptember 20, 2011Architecture Fantasy Camp at the FLW Home & Studio in Oak Park, IL Oct. 9-12. Create a workable floor plan in Wright's historic spaces with help from a professional architect. http://bit.ly/lzkizCUpvoteDownvote
LoraAugust 29, 2014Enjoyed touring the house. The "dont's" and docents were over the top annoying and took away from the enjoyment of the house.UpvoteDownvote- Frank Lloyd Wright Pres. TrustMarch 22, 2012Take photos of Wright’s home! Photography Passes are now offered for all guided tours at the FLW Home & Studio. Tickets/info at http://gowright.org/visit/home-and-studio/tours-and-programs.html
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Anita MettilleNovember 20, 2016Joan S. was a fabulous guide. Very knowledgeable and a delight who has much passion.UpvoteDownvote- Frank Lloyd Wright Pres. TrustJune 17, 2011Design Detectives Family Tour at the FLW Home & Studio every Saturday. Discover how America's most famous architect broke with traditional design, & hear stories of his family's life. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Brian RaySeptember 3, 2016Frank made louis sullivan proud with the deco tiles in the corner ceiling tiles in the living room.UpvoteDownvote
Frank Lloyd Wright Pres. Trust ManagerOctober 3, 2011Tickets on sale for Wright Plus, Sat., June 2 -- an architectural housewalk w/ interior tours of 8 private homes by Wright & his contemporaries & 3 landmark Wright buildings. - http://bit.ly/8xG4gkUpvoteDownvote
Sandy KeithJuly 28, 2017Tour guides are knowledgeable and enthusiastic, not stuffy. Interesting and fascinating!UpvoteDownvote
Brett CarrDecember 18, 2015Great to see at Christmas time, the house is all decked out.UpvoteDownvote
Corie HamptonJuly 1, 2013Make a reservation. Plan time to walk around Oak Park before or after, it's a beautiful area.Upvote1Downvote
- Frank Lloyd Wright Pres. TrustJune 2, 2011Check out the 2 hour fun- and fact-filled Pedal Oak Park bike tour every Saturday June 4 - Aug. 27 featuring the Home & Studio + 21 other Wright-designs in historic Oak Park. Tickets at GoWright.org.Upvote1Downvote
If you visit on Sunday, take the walking tour of the other FLW homes on Forest Ave with the Chicago Architecture Foundation. 1 hour for $15.Upvote2Downvote- Greenline WheelsJuly 18, 2012You must see the Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in town and this is the place to get started.Upvote2Downvote
Kelly 🍰July 14, 2013The tour is so worth it! Where the master lived, taught, and built his first home!UpvoteDownvote- Frank Lloyd Wright Pres. TrustSeptember 20, 2011Last Restoration Tour of the Home & Studio Sunday, Sept 25. Learn how Wright remodeled the home through the years & how the Trust restored the structure. http://gowright.org/Upvote1Downvote
- WhitneyAugust 16, 2011Hello, how could you not? Amazing design, wonderful tour guides who know their stuff and a great little giftshop.UpvoteDownvote
Photo Editing CompanyJanuary 8, 2016Visit and see the famous architects of the 20th century.UpvoteDownvote
ToryBurchApril 18, 2011Come here to see how the legendary American architect lived and designed.Upvote2Downvote
Dan. MastrettaFebruary 1, 2012Ask for the Photo Tour with Steve, great guide with awesome insight to the House's story.UpvoteDownvote
al viciedoJuly 19, 2010Get an architectual map of the neighboorhood for 3.99 in the shop, skip the guided neighborhood walk. Book home/studio tour in advance.Upvote1Downvote
Jake SmithNovember 11, 2012If you're wondering what that smell is, check out the Ginkgo tree in the courtyard.Upvote5Downvote
- Frank Lloyd Wright Pres. Trust ManagerFebruary 10, 2012Tour Wright's Home and Studio with a 2-for-1 deal from Google Offers - http://bit.ly/zzkLi4UpvoteDownvote
JillAugust 22, 2012Very interesting! Favorite part of my trip to Chicago this past weekend.UpvoteDownvote
Chris BradshawFebruary 7, 2012Just had the most amazing photo tour and no one else on tour.UpvoteDownvote
jen coleMarch 11, 2010There are more homes by flw within walking distance, ask a tour guide for a map of them.UpvoteDownvote
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Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
951 Chicago Ave (at Forest Ave)
Oak Park, IL 60302
United States
Oak Park, IL 60302
United States
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