Sunday, June 15
12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
$40 per person

Anyone who loves home repair, construction and building materials will enjoy this Dad’s Day construction-related tour that will focus on the details of the restoration project, Wright’s architectural engineering, and the inner workings of the buildings. You will visit the Martin House “physical plant” to view the environmentally-friendly, geo-thermal HVAC system and your docent will tell tales that will make a do-it-yourselfer’s toes curl: such as the spine-tingling “Nine year search for brick.” Tour includes a gift from the Wisteria Shop.

Space is limited. For reservations call 716-856-3858

In-depth Tours of the Martin House complex visit spaces not seen on the basic one-hour tour, including the Barton House (1903) and the Gardener’s Cottage (1909.) In slightly under two-hours, these tours are unhurried so that you can absorb the ambience of the house and take time to appreciate the details. Your docent will expand on the Martin and Wright story to provide even greater context to the genius of this architectural masterpiece.

2 ½ hour tours: 10:30 a.m., 4th Saturday year-round.

$40/person/$35 for Martin House Associates.

Follow the signage to the Carriage House, which is where tour will gather. Rain or shine. Reservations required. Call 716-856-3858.

Your Focus Tour with master docent, Duane Churchill, will reveal how the Martin House is the creation of a brilliant architect and his client - a man whom, upon his passing, Wright referred to as “his best friend.” As an expert storyteller, Duane unravels Frank Lloyd Wright’s genius in weaving a portrait of Darwin Martin into the fabric of the building. You will visit spaces in the Martin House complex that are not included on the basic tour, including the Barton House (1903) and the Gardener’s Cottage (1909).

Children under 10 not permitted on this tour

These tours sold out last year - reserve early!

Behind the Scenes Tours will be held from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on the following Thursdays:

May 15	August 7
June 12	August 28
June 26	September 11
July 17

$50 per person

Be our special guest at a social evening that combines a leisurely tour of the Martin House with wine, food and great conversation. Go to places in the Martin House Complex that no one sees on regular tours, featuring the reconstructed “lost” buildings, hidden spaces of the complex and the enchanting Gardener’s Cottage.

Each Behind the Scenes tour begins with wine and appetizers on the veranadah of the Barton House, next door to the Martin House. Then follow your tour guide, Mary Roberts, on a behind the scenes look at America’s most exciting house restoration.

Meet at the Barton House, 118 Summit Avenue. Rain or shine. Heavy footwear recommended. Hard hats will be provided. Call 716-856-3858 for reservations.

We are happy to arrange a special tour for your group of 15 or more. Please call Sherrie Larivey at 716-856-3858 for more information.

Darwin and Isabelle Martin had two homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright: their city home in Buffalo (1903-05) and a summer home on Lake Erie in nearby Derby, called Graycliff (1926-27). Both are open for tours. You can save on your admission at both sites when you purchase a combination ticket to the Darwin D. Martin House complex and to Graycliff, the Isabelle R. Martin House and Estate. Your purchase can be made at either historic site and has no expiry date – so you can tour both in one day – or save one for a future visit.

Four combination ticket packages available (prices not valid on group tours)

• Basic one-hour tour of both the Darwin Martin House and Graycliff - $26 (value $30)
• In-depth tour (2 hours) of both the Darwin Martin House and Graycliff - $56 (value $60)
• In-depth tour of Darwin Martin House and basic tour of Graycliff - $41 (value $45)
• Basic tour of Darwin Martin House and In-depth tour of Graycliff -- $41 (value $45)

Reservations are required at both sites. Graycliff is located at 6472 Old Lake Shore Road, Derby, New York, a 40-minute drive from the Martin House Complex. 716 947-9217 or www.graycliff.bfn.org