Frank Lloyd Wright Home Tour: Explore American Architecture Origins

Discover the origins of American architecture on a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Oak Park Home and Studio. Explore his innovative design ideas and learn about the visionary Prairie style.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio - In 1889 Wright completed the construction of a small two-story residence in Oak Park on the Western edges of Chicago. The building was the first over which Wright exerted complete artistic control. Designed as a home for his family, the Oak Park residence was a site of experimentation for the young architect…
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Admission ticket to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home and Studio
Additional Information

Explore the roots of authentic American architecture at Wright’s Oak Park Home and Studio, which was both home and workplace to Frank Lloyd Wright at the beginning of his 20 years in architecture. Witness where he tested cutting-edge design ideas in his personal abode, and gain an understanding of the forward-thinking Prairie style that was developed in his renowned studio.

Location
951 Chicago Ave
Chicago Avenue
The Home and Studio offers daily tours. Contact us if you require special accommodations. Please subscribe to us on Facebook, and Twitter for events!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Um1986
Dec 4, 2024
Excellent tour - Fascinating view into FLW’s early work and family life. His house was a work-in-progress as his craft evolved and his family needs changed. Our tour guide was enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable, pointing out many intriguing architectural and design details and how they related to his visions for the home and the work environment.
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Marjorieraleigh
Nov 15, 2024
Great Tour! - This was a beautiful place and a detailed, in-depth tour — a must for anyone interested in Wright or architecture generally.
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Marc_f
Nov 13, 2024
Learn about American architectural history - Educational and informative. This is a must of those interested in architecture and American history.
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Ruperte165
Oct 25, 2024
Illuminating. Great for all art and architecture fans - The home and studio tour was richly interesting and illuminating. We thought we knew about Frank Lloyd Wright but this was a fascinating illustration and discussion of what drove his work. A foundation of modernism in architecture. Karl our guide was great
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Andrea
Oct 18, 2024
Loved it - Loved it!! We happened to be the only ones on our tour which made it very personal and intimate with the greatest, very friendly and expert volunteer. Beautiful gift shop and overall fantastic experience. We are inspired to seek out other FLW tours.
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M5624cldenisem
Sep 29, 2024
Like stepping back in time… - Our tour guide was very informative and had interesting stories. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and people love to visit other tours like this one.
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Leyele
Sep 14, 2024
Amazing place - Very interesting place. Loved the guide she explained very well all the details about this site. Loved also the neighborhood with other houses built by FLR. His home and studio are amazing.
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F6787xnmargaretk
Sep 13, 2024
Frank L. Wright house and studio tour - My friend and I loved this house/studio tour. Our guide was Karl (I think that was his name). Karl gave such an in-depth tour of the house and studio. I learned a lot about Wright's life and his role as architect, husband, and father. What a remarkable house! Wright was truly a genius and innovator, and it is no wonder people still consider him one of the best architects ever. Oak Park is lovely and I intend to return on my next trip to Chicago! Thank you, Margaret K in NYC
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Lloydk92
Sep 7, 2024
History and Brilliance - I’ve been to the studio and home before. There have been interesting addition especially furniture and artifacts. The home is well preserved and the docent was good. It was fun to share with my son who didn’t know much about FLW. We visited home in the neighborhood and the UU Temple.
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John_g
Aug 2, 2024
My second - throughout the past 25 years - wonderful visit to this worthwhile Oak Park tour. - Excellent docent - Paul - who was knowledgeable kind and perfect for our 10 am tour. I’d like to do this, if I lived in Chicagoland,
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