Frank Lloyd Wright Trust

02/02/2023

New jewelry and accessories have arrived in the shop, just in time for Valentine’s Day: http://bit.ly/3DoMdMQ

02/01/2023

The Wright-designed Rollin & Elizabeth Furbeck House returns to Wright Plus!

Wright’s work is often synonymous with horizontality, but this home, built during the early years of his independent practice, harmoniously combines both vertical elements and horizontal features.

Tour a residence designed by a master on Saturday, May 20 during our annual housewalk: https://bit.ly/3uIeIjZ

Photo: James Caulfield

01/31/2023

Did you know that you can tour the Burnham Library on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Rookery Building?

Experience the space architects met to discuss plans for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition: https://bit.ly/3r7aGRi

Photo: James Caulfield

01/27/2023

Architecture and design: the exhibitions to visit in 2023

Domus has released its list of the most anticipated architecture and design exhibitions to visit in 2023, including the Chicago Architecture Biennial, scheduled for September. http://bit.ly/3R7zvIi

From the eagerly awaited Venice Biennale to New York architecture on display at MoMA, from skateboards to the Parisian subway, from Aldo Rossi’s drawings to Renzo Piano, all of this year’s must-see events.

01/26/2023

Looking for Valentine’s Day gifts?

Treat loved ones (or just yourself) to a colorful stained glass piece. http://bit.ly/3fFRtQf

01/25/2023

We're excited to welcome the Wright-designed Arthur and Grace Heurtley House back to Wright Plus!

Visually dominated by horizontal elements, this National Historic Landmark is one of Wright’s greatest Prairie style designs.

Don't miss out on a tour of this spectacular home, along with seven additional private residences that will only be open on May 20. https://bit.ly/3uIeIjZ

Photos: James Caulfield

01/24/2023

The Home and Studio is now closed for our annual Preservation Break. Only self-guided exterior tours of the surrounding historic neighborhood are available during this period. Interior tours will return on Friday, February 10.

Interior tours of the Frederick C. Robie House, Rookery Light Court, and Unity Temple continue.

Get your tickets today: http://bit.ly/3ZYADBW

Photos: James Caulfield

01/20/2023

in 1999, the Wright-designed F.F. Tomek House in Riverside, Illinois was added to the U.S. National Park Service's Register of Historic Places and list of National Landmarks. http://bit.ly/3ahFswr

01/19/2023

Hear about every detail of the visionary Robie House during our in-depth guided tour, offered Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays: https://bit.ly/37FJbCM

Photo: James Caulfield

01/18/2023

Did you know that Frank Lloyd Wright Trust members get a special ticket price for Wright Plus?

Become a Trust member today, save $35 on each ticket, and enjoy other membership benefits. https://bit.ly/36Jl2wW

01/13/2023

Interior tours of Wright’s Home and Studio will be temporarily suspended from January 23 through February 9, during our annual Preservation Break.

Tour Wright's Home and Studio while we're still open daily. Tours run from 10 am to 4 pm. https://bit.ly/3dA8bgn

Photo: James Caulfield

01/12/2023

In 1894, Wright’s eldest daughter Catherine was born. Catherine was raised in the Oak Park Home and later became a homemaker and interior decorator. Her daughter was Oscar-winning actress Anne Baxter. ⁠

Photo: Collection of Frank Lloyd Wright Trust

01/11/2023

An illustration by Maginel Wright Enright Barney. Wright's sister was an artist who illustrated books and magazines during her professional career.⁠

This winter scene was published in the 1927 book "The Little Long-Ago” by Laura Spencer Portor.

Courtesy of Frank Lloyd Wright Trust.

01/10/2023

Skip the lines in May at the fabulous Wright Plus Housewalk with a Fast Pass (includes Housewalk ticket)!

Less than 10 left! https://bit.ly/3vXjuZs

01/09/2023

Tour Wright’s Unity Temple, now included on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of “The 20th Century Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright” group inscription. https://bit.ly/3youfsf

01/07/2023

in 1976, Wright’s Oak Park Home and Studio was designated as a National Historic Landmark.

Photo: Matt Soria

01/05/2023

One of our Wright Plus 2023 co-chairs recently spoke to the Wednesday Journal and shared a few fascinating details about homes on our May housewalk.

Read the article here bit.ly/3VMQW1d and then head over to flwright.org/wrightplus and get your tickets!

01/01/2023

Wright Plus 2023 tickets are now on sale!

Please join us in May for our spectacular annual architectural housewalk. https://bit.ly/3vXjuZs

12/31/2022

Happy New Year! See you in 2023!

12/30/2022

in 1970, the Avery Coonley House was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places and list of U.S. National Landmarks. https://bit.ly/3nYt0rK

12/29/2022

Is your 2023 schedule already filling up?

Keep track of important dates with a wall calendar from ShopWright: https://bit.ly/3WFimHe

12/28/2022

Please consider making a year-end donation to our 2022 Annual Appeal.

Every gift helps: http://bit.ly/2i8kXI3

12/27/2022

Don't forget: Wright Plus tickets go on sale this Sunday, January 1 at 9 am CST. https://bit.ly/3vXjuZs

12/26/2022

Wright’s Home and Studio, Unity Temple, and Robie House (closed Tues./Wed.) are open again for tours this week.

Do you still have family in town? Bring them by one of our sites: https://bit.ly/2sL8jEh

12/24/2022

Happy Holidays from all of us here at the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust!

12/23/2022

Sharing Wright’s legacy and educating new audiences about his innovative designs is what we do best, and we couldn’t do it without your generous support.

With your help, we can impact our community in a lasting way, and invest in the beauty of Wright’s work for current and future generations. https://bit.ly/3VTKs1t

12/22/2022

Last minute holiday shopping?

There’s still time to stop into our Museum Shops today at Robie House and Wright’s Home and Studio to grab something for that special someone. https://bit.ly/3BMEyqU

12/22/2022

Due to anticipated severe and dangerous weather, all historic Wright sites managed by the Trust will be closed on Friday, December 23 & Saturday, December 24.

Tours will resume on Monday, December 26.

We regret the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you soon.

12/21/2022

Wright Plus tickets go on sale January 1. Have you checked out all our ticket options?

Fast Passes and exclusive tickets for Ultimate Saturday and Ultimate Plus are limited, and sure to go fast once sales open. https://bit.ly/3vXjuZs

12/20/2022

Do you have family in town for the holidays?

Bring them for a tour of the festively decorated Oak Park Home and Studio! https://bit.ly/3dA8bgn

12/16/2022

Robie House is a must-see when you’re visiting Chicago.

Take a tour Thursdays through Mondays and learn about one of the most important buildings of the 20th century. https://bit.ly/3tjXerb

12/15/2022

Set your signature dish out on one of our Wright-inspired trivets during your next family gathering: https://bit.ly/3uOTZec

12/14/2022

Sharing Wright’s legacy is what we at the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust do best, and we couldn’t do it without your generous support.

Our Annual Appeal is coming to an end for the year, and we sincerely hope you will consider a gift that reflects your belief in our shared mission.

Each gift helps us preserve Wright's remarkable architecture so that we can continue to welcome guests for generations to come. https://bit.ly/3VTKs1t

12/13/2022

We're excited to announce the lineup for the spring 2023 Wright Plus Architectural Housewalk in Oak Park, IL!

Wright Plus will feature the following spectacular residences designed or remodeled by Frank Lloyd Wright - the Thomas and Laura Gale House (1892), the Rollin and Elizabeth Furbeck House (1897), and the Arthur and Grace Heurtley House (1902).

The lineup also includes these beautiful private homes in our historic neighborhood: Maurice and Lillian Lowrey House, Charles and Alma Schwerin House, Dale and Eva Bumstead House, Edward and Annie Cronwall House, and E. E. and Rossie Roberts House. http://bit.ly/3uIeIjZ

12/12/2022

A few spots have just opened up for our next Travel Wright journey to California!

Join us for “California Craft: West Coast Modern & Frank Lloyd Wright” and enjoy a long weekend of exclusive house tours in February 2023. https://bit.ly/3FktEcV

12/09/2022

Globe Trotter Travels selects “The 20th-Century Architecture Of Frank Lloyd Wright” as one of the most captivating World Heritage sites in the United States. The group inscription includes Robie House. https://bit.ly/3VR0okY

Have you visited since the inscription was made?

Tour Robie House Thursday through Monday: https://bit.ly/37FJbCM

12/08/2022

in 1983, the Wright-designed George W. Smith House in Oak Park, Illinois was added to the National Park Service’s U.S. National Register of Historic Places. https://bit.ly/36DqJw4

12/07/2022

Festive tiles make great gifts this holiday season!
Browse our full selection at shopwright.org. https://bit.ly/35tp7D4

12/02/2022

Don't forget, tomorrow is "Home for the Holidays" at Wright's Home and Studio starting at 9 am.

Bring your family and friends for a free tour.

Registration required. http://bit.ly/3ES9tBw

12/01/2022

in 1978, the Wright-designed Pettit Memorial Chapel was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. http://bit.ly/3EOnNMG

Photo: Wikimedia/Teemu08