Exploring Oak Park, Illinois, where Frank Lloyd Wright resided during the crucial early years of his career, offers a captivating journey through the evolution of his architectural vision. The neighborhood is renowned for hosting the largest collection of Wright's work. Built between 1892 and 1909, your stroll through the neighborhood takes you to several private homes and Wright’s studio providing a fascinating glimpse into his creative progression and the birth of the iconic Prairie style. View the exteriors of nearly a dozen of Wright’s structures. This one-hour walking tour covers nearly a dozen homes on Chicago and Forest avenues and on Elizabeth Court.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour of Frank Lloyd Wright homes in Oak Park by a certified Chicago Architecture Center docent
Storage for luggage or strollers
Coat check
Interior access to any home.
Meeting Points
Departure
Woodbine Avenue & Chicago Avenue
This tour will meet at the Northwest Corner of Woodbine Ave. and Chicago Ave. Do not go to the Home and Studio. This tour will meet at the Northwest Corner of Woodbine Avenue and Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL (across the street from the Home and Studio)
Return
Unity Temple
Tour will end outside of Unity Temple.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Some sidewalks may be uneven.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Our docent will meet you at the Northwest Corner of Woodbine Avenue and Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL (across the street from the Home and Studio) and discuss the architecture and history of several notable home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in Chicago's Oak Park neighborhood. Note: This tour is exteriors only.
30 minutes
2
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
Exterior only tour of Frank Lloyd Wright's Home and Studio.
5 minutes
3
Nathan G. Moore House - Frank Lloyd Wright
Discuss the Arthur Huertley Residence. Exterior only.
Exploring Oak Park, Illinois, where Frank Lloyd Wright resided during the crucial early years of his career, offers a captivating journey through the evolution of his architectural vision. The neighborhood is renowned for hosting the largest collection of Wright's work. Built between 1892 and 1909, your stroll through the neighborhood takes you to several private homes and Wright’s studio providing a fascinating glimpse into his creative progression and the birth of the iconic Prairie style. View the exteriors of nearly a dozen of Wright’s structures. This one-hour walking tour covers nearly a dozen homes on Chicago and Forest avenues and on Elizabeth Court.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour of Frank Lloyd Wright homes in Oak Park by a certified Chicago Architecture Center docent
Storage for luggage or strollers
Coat check
Interior access to any home.
Meeting Points
Departure
Woodbine Avenue & Chicago Avenue
This tour will meet at the Northwest Corner of Woodbine Ave. and Chicago Ave. Do not go to the Home and Studio. This tour will meet at the Northwest Corner of Woodbine Avenue and Chicago Ave, Oak Park, IL (across the street from the Home and Studio)
