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    Ryna D.

    Visited the Hollyhock House few months ago while a friend was in town and it's my new favorite LA landmark! Cool architecture and history in Aline Barnsdall, beautiful surrounding park and views, and beautiful ikebana! It's definitely an underrated gem of Los Angeles and I'll be going back again each time friends visit.

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    Nori F.

    Wonderful place to visit. Easy, self guided tour. The tickets do sell out for the times so just book in advance. Tickets are not expensive and they benefit the foundation. Great place to visit if you are interested at all in architecture or Frank Lloyd Wright! The location has a fantastic view of LA also. This place is really a gem. Nice lawn area surrounding the house where people were sitting on blankets or having a picnic. Very cute, unique place for a date! Parking: There is parking around the Hollyhock and at least the times we have gone, we didn't have an issue finding a spot.

    Lissa L.

    Done by Frank Lloyd Wright, it is an architectural structure that deserves an in-depth look. We'd been living here all this time and only found out about it through relatives who were visiting. It's a gorgeous ode to California and has so many traces of Japanese influence (Wright had other projects there supposedly and had to fly back and forth). The docents are friendly and accommodating. They're happy to answer all sorts of questions. We spent an entire afternoon here just taking it all in. So many little nooks and crannies to explore. It was such a calming visit.

    Mike M.

    $8 for a ticket? Totally worth it. Easy to make a reservation as long as you can wait a few weeks for your prime weekend slot. Super easy to park on the grounds. Be sure to bring a picnic with you as the small park offers a great view of the Hollywood sign and Griffith Observatory. The house itself is stunning. The use of wood is legendary and the staff offers educated commentary. Super fun afternoon.

    fireplace in the living room
    Jen P.

    Hollyhock House is a great example of Frank Lloyd Wright design, interior detailing and architecture. Nestled into the Barnsdale Art Park, high on a hill view a view of LA, it is available for fans and tourists during a limited number of days (Thurs, Fri, Sat) and time slots, and walk ins will usually be turned away. We visited on a Friday afternoon and weren't sure what to expect; some friends said we would be in and out within 30 min, others said to plan a couple hours. For us it ended up in between - maybe 45-min to an hour. If we had really meticulously followed the book provided for the self-guided tour, or hired a docent, we would have been there longer. The main floor of the house is open for viewing - this includes the kitchen, dining room, reading room, main living room, several internal galleries, plus a view of the interior courtyard. You can get up close and personal with the furniture, glass designs, lighting/lamp work, carpeting, shelving, art, etc. You are asked to wear booties over your shoes to protect the floors and carpets, and not to touch anything. My hubby really enjoys all the thoughtful details FLW built into his spaces, and to see them up close was special. We were also lucky to be there during the time the hollyhock flowers were blooming all around the grounds - another thing that made our visit special!

    Exterior View.
    Gregory M.

    At the top of Barnesdall Art Park Thursday through Saturday, 11 am-4 pm, for a mere 7 dollars you can take a self-guided tour through Hollyhock house: an architectural wonder Frank Lloyd Wright built in 1921. After donning protective booties to prevent damage to the floors you are allowed to explore this fascinating structure. Named for the Hollyhock flower, the stylized image of this plant is a repeating motif throughout the house. Anyone with a little interest in art history will recognize influences as diverse as Japanese, Maya and Ancient Egyptian. Similarly, those who are fans of Frank Lloyd Wright work, such as Fallingwater in Pennsylvania, will immediately see the architect's characteristic attempt to bring the outside world inside and extending the living space out-of-doors. Aline Barnsdall bought the 35-acres of land (which included a large olive orchard) that Barnsdall Park and the Hollyhock House sit upon. An extremely wealthy and progressive woman, Ms. Barnsdall knew what she wanted: an artist colony with studio spaces, performance spaces, houses, shops and apartments. Unfortunately what she didn't have was a huge amount of patience with Wright's limited schedule. Additionally, she was a globetrotter who was seldom in the same places for more than a a few weeks at a time, making communication between architect and patron challenging. Ms. Barnsdall never realized her goal. Instead of a full fledged artist colony we only have an incomplete set of buildings. It's a bit disappointing that this piece wasn't fully realized...yet these kind of patron/artist dynamics have often resulted in amazing pieces. Please see James Whistler's Harmony in Blue and Gold: The Peacock Room in DC. Special shout out to the two senior docents who provided me and my friend with amazing details and stories of the history of this built environment. If there was any complaint I could think of about Hollyhock house it would be this: the junior docents seemed must less a) knowledgeable and b) passionate about the house. Despite the fact that this structure was intended to be only part of a much larger complex, this place is an architectural must-see. I'm almost unable to fully express how much I admire the work of FLW and Hollyhock House in particular. It is absolutely singular and well worth a visit or three.

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    Lily L.

    Very small little museum! The docents are very knowledgeable and love to share so definitely ask questions . We spent about an hour in here and honestly I couldn't imagine needing much more time. The real hidden gem is the park right next to the house (which is free) - AMAZING view overlooking the city and great spot to watch sunset.

    Art Deco by Frank Lloyd Wright.
    Paul S.

    Built in 192, Hollyhock House is one of three Frank Lloyd Wright houses built around the LA area, the oldest, built in 1920, was destroyed but a model of it is on display here, and the lie of the land it was built upon. That's the thing about the architecture, long split-level homes with quirky designs from the early days of the Art Deco movement, and a nice sense of space inside leaning towards privacy in some areas, and an enormous living room dominated with an intricate fireplace. For sake of preservation, photos aren't allowed inside the house and permitted only outside in the area you'd exit after the tour. Another precaution is mandatory wearing of booties over the shoes to protect floors and carpets. Sensible. Each room has someone to answer questions about the building and while some areas are currently off-limits during restoration, it's probably someplace I'll revisit, preferably on a cooler day. Outside are sweeping views of the Hollywood sign and Griffith Park, the backside of the hospital district on Sunset, and two other buildings related to the arts and display. Once all construction is finished this would be an affordable quarter-day trip to blend in with other activities. Students and seniors have special pricing but it's quite affordable regardless. It was the first I've heard about or seen the house, and it reminded me of the alleged Wright homes built in my hometown, and the imitation of style that is Domino's Pizza headquarters with its two-mile façade a la Wright. Download the pdf online if you want images and details about the house. Parking is free but you must make reservations in advance online.

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    Linnette R.

    I enjoy going seeing anything from Frank Lloyd Wright. I was finally able to visit the Hollyhock house. I was able to find parking near the entrance but if parking is not available there is also parking available at the entrance of the park. You check in and then you put on some covers for the shoes. You can get a physical book that has information about the house or scan a qr code. It is easy to read and follow along. There are several areas that are not available to see. Other than that there are docents available if you have any questions. It was great to see a FLW house in LA. Would definitely recommend this place.

    Monica R.

    This place is perfect for architecture lovers an Lloyd fans. I followed in love for this house. It is built in 1921 and still modern in many ways, really cozy! I was imaged me in the afternoon in the sofa, wine, friends and the fireplace working. Or, eating and reading on the garden in the middle of the house. All details are incredible and beautiful. So private and full of light and air. It is $7 the ticket for adult, $3 for seniors. You can buy on the website. Just photos. It is an international landmark of UNESCO.

    Lorenzo W.

    A VERY PLEASANT experience! The Hollyhock House isn't as hyped as Barnsdall suggests, however it's a cool little piece of history that people SHOULD visit! It's a $7 fee for entry and you put on some shoe covers to protect the flooring. Additionally, they have a "no recording, no touching" policy which is great because people are people... it's better to be safe. I loved the interior of the home, it's a cool fusion of Japanese, Art Deco, Semi-futuristic and 1950s? Yes! It's a mash-up, but it really comes together and has incredible views. The exterior is fine, but I feel there's a little too much going on design-wise outside that it's not as cool as the inside. The staff are really nice and knowledgeable. The place is kept in pristine condition and there's something awesome about stepping into a place where so much has happened yet not everyone knows the details or events that occurred at Holly Hock.

    Inner Courtyard
    Zan L.

    A small but beautifully built Frank Lloyd Wright designed home in East Hollywood. Built in 1919 for an oil heiress it is still beautiful today even with very low ceilings and narrow walkways. In general it is not suited for a tall person like myself. The house itself has many parts that you cannot go into, including the master bedroom or downstairs, but what you can see is beautifully done, and one of the docents inside gave us a lot of background on the history of the house and the construction. It's easy to see the whole thing in about a half an hour, but for architecture fans, it would be easy to stay an hour or more. The views on Olive Hill, where the house was built, are really great and you can see the Hollywood sign, the Hills, and many other parts of Los Angeles. Barnsdall Park surrounds the house, so there are usually many people having picnics and just enjoying the views outside of the gates of the Hollyhock house. I would definitely recommend to any fan of architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright, or anyone who wants to explore some of the rich history of Los Angeles.

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