Standard Tours

Experience the architecture, history and scenic beauty of the Graycliff estate, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.  Standard, docent-led tours are approximately 1 1/4 hours.

Standard Tour Admission: $15
Student rate (age 10 - 21) $10. Reservations are necessary.

Standard in-depth tours will resume the week of April 6, 2009.

Master Architectural Tours

Master architectural tours are available on the second Saturday of each month during January, February, and March at 1:15 p.m.

January 10, February 14, March 14, 2009

Explore all areas of Graycliff, and get a “behind the scenes” view not available on standard tours.  This 3 hour Master Tour focuses on architectural elements, with ample opportunity to answer questions and discuss Wright’s architecture, particularly that of his mid-career natural or organic style.  Learn about Wright’s special design for Graycliff roofs, his solution to fire hazards, his unique approach to gutter and drainage systems, and other aspects of Wright’s design unique to Graycliff.  Discover how Graycliff’s design compares and contrasts with those of other earlier and later Wright designs.  This is a tour for the serious architecture, design and/or Wright buff!  Please wear clothing suitable for the weather. Reservations are necessary.

Price: $40   Students:  $30 

These tours are led Patrick Mahoney, AIA, Vice President of the Graycliff Conservancy and Wright expert, or Board members Joseph Blatz, (Chair, Collection Committee) and Diane Schrenk (Chair, Education Committee).