Tours

Experience the harmony of Wright’s nature-inspired architecture, the connections made between interior and exterior spaces, and the pioneering methods of construction used in this outstanding residential project.  Explore the home’s beauty, described as a “domestic symphony,” which includes prime examples of Wright-designed furniture, art glass, and light fixtures.

In addition to the spaces visited on the Martin House tour, the Plus Tour takes visitors inside the additional Wright-designed residences on the estate. Explore the Barton House, the first Prairie house built on the site for Martin’s sister and her family, and the Gardener’s Cottage, where you will see Wright’s concept for affordable housing beautifully executed. Along the way, your docent will expand on the Martin/Wright story to provide a more detailed context for these architectural masterpieces.

There is stair-climbing, considerable walking, and standing involved on this tour. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Two-hour tours are not intended for children under the age of 8.

The Martin House is breathtaking in the quiet of the early evening with lights dimmed and candles glowing. This seasonal docent-led tour is a wonderful opportunity to explore spaces not offered on any other tour offerings including the lower level (basement) of the Martin House, Darwin Martin’s home office, the guest suite of rooms, and the staff dining room.

There is stair-climbing and standing involved on this tour. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Behind-the-Scenes tours are not intended for children under the age of 8.