Step into the original workshop where Frank Lloyd Wright refined the Prairie style. This one-hour tour in Oak Park guides you through the home and studio that shaped modern American architecture—plan ahead, follow photography rules, and look for design details that changed 20th-century houses.
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A narrow row of homes gives way to a low-lying house where broad eaves drop like a curtain over a forgiving porch; the air smells faintly of cut wood and city pavement. Visitors step from Oak Park's busy streets into an early experiment in modern American space—rooms that flow, windows that frame the block instead of a single view, and a studio where ideas were sketched into whole houses.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; involves short, gentle walking and some standing.
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History
Frank Lloyd Wright lived and worked here from 1889 into the early 20th century; the house and connected studio were the site where he developed elements of the Prairie School and modern domestic design.
Conservation
The Home and Studio is maintained through restoration projects and visitor fees; following on-site rules helps protect original finishes and furnishings for future visitors.
Reserve your spot on the Frank Lloyd Wright's Home & Studio Tour Ticket today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Reserve a time
Buying a ticket doesn't hold a spot—call ahead or book the printed confirmation into a reserved tour window to avoid sold-out times.
Carry light layers
The studio and some rooms can be cooler than the street; a light jacket or layers keeps you comfortable during the one-hour tour.
Mind your camera
Photography restrictions can apply—ask your guide before shooting interiors to comply with preservation rules.
Arrive early
Arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in and to join the tour promptly—groups are limited to preserve the house.
Comfortable walking shoes
Stable, quiet shoes help on historic floors and during neighborhood approaches.
Light jacket or sweater
Spring mornings can be cool inside older buildings and on porches.
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Compact camera or smartphone
For exterior shots and permitted interior photos—check restrictions first.
Portable phone charger
Keeps your device powered for tickets, directions, and photography.