I had been here many, many years ago for a tour so when friends were in town and suggested touring Taliesin I was all for it. We took the 2.5 hour Highlight tour which included the interiors of the main house, the studio, and the theater. I addition we toured the grounds by the shuttle bus that took us between sites. Our guide, Andy, was exceptional. This was one of the best tours I have ever taken, and we travel a lot! He covered history, architecture and juicy FLW details. The pace was just right and I learned quite a bit even though I have toured close to 20 FLW buildings. Worth every penny (and the gift shop is quite good too). read more

I planned my Frank Lloyd Wright trip to Wisconsin around visiting Taliesin and it was well worth my time. Taliesin was Wrights home for much of his life, including when he designed many of his most prominent designs. Taliesin is located in Spring Green, Wisconsin which was home to many of Wrights relatives and was where Wright spent many summers as a child. You get to understand why this location held such a strong draw for Wright. Located just across the river from Spring Green Wisconsin you check in for the tour at the Wright designed building overlooking the river that contains the gift shop and cafe. Even before getting to Taliesin itself you get to experience a wonderful Wright building that provides great views of the river, has the trademark horizontal features and a wonderful geometric ceiling. The gift shop is very nice and has a wide selection. I took the 4 hour Estate Tour which includes all of the major buildings in Taliesin. Our guide started with about 10 minutes of introduction in the gift shop. We then took a shuttle bus to the actual estate we started the tour at the house Wright designed for his sister, which was undergoing renovation; this house is fairly conventional on the outside, yet it has that Wright feel on the inside. Outside we saw the Romeo and Juliet Windmill, which has the story attached that his relatives in the area predicted it would ball over in the 1st substantial wind, yet it is still standing over 100 years after it was originally built. Next up on the tour was the Hillside Home Tour which was originally built for his aunts, but was later converted for the Taliesin Fellowship. We started in the Auditorium, which is unique, especially the way half of the audience is looking at the other members of the audience. The auditorium is still in use, including movies, concerts and lectures. Next up was the drafting room that the Fellowship used. The room is electric with a grid of beams and skylights. You can understand how the apprentices would be inspired by working in this space. We were also lucky enough to be one of the first tours to get to see the hallway and the bedrooms next to the drafting room that were used by the apprentices. We then got a nice break in the Hillside Home dining room with some wonderful light snacks. All of the dining room furniture is Wright designed and the light fixtures were not just Wright designed but then fabricated by the apprentices. A very nice way to actually experiene some of how life at Taliesin was for the apprentices. Back on the bus to take us to the Midway Barn, which provides an idea of how Taliesin was an actual working farm. Eventually some of the barn was used for housing apprentices. Wright designed the barn to emerge out of the hillside, reflecting his idea for organic architecture. We then moved on to the main buildings at the top of the hillside which were the Frank Lloyd Wright house, office and drafting room. This area has significant history both good and bad. This is where the murders and fires took place. Wright managed to rebuild and to make these spaces an amazing place to visit. We got a full tour of the house, the garden and even the kitchen building. It is amazing to see what Wright built for himself and his family. The Taliesin Estate tour is excellent, comprehensive, educational and lots of fun. Our guide was also excellent, not afraid to deal with all side of Frank Lloyd Wright, both the good and bad. He was great about explaining everything, pointing out detail and also separating facts from speculation; he even told us about having conversations with a Taliesin fellow who still lives on the property and is over 100 years old. If you are a Frank Lloyd Wright fan Taliesin is a must visit; I would strongly recommend the Full Estate Tour. I also found it helpful to have read several of the books on Wright and the events that have occurred at Taliesin. Even if you are not a Wright fan, this is an amazing tour and well worth visiting. read more

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Planned a trip to Taliesin. We were going to do the self-guided tour. When we arrived, we were told that even though it's self-guided, it doesn't start until 3:00, after the guided tours are complete. I understand the reason -- they don't want the self-guided tour to conflict with the guided ones. That makes perfect sense. The issue is that nowhere in the description does it say this. You only find out when you schedule a self-guided tour that it's at the end of the day. When I brought it up with a staff member at the visitor center, she acknowledged that this has been an issue before and agreed it would be a good idea to update the website description so people aren't disappointed. When I see "self-guided," I assume some flexibility. Our travel schedule didn't allow us to wait another four hours to take the tour, and I don't know the next time we'll be in the area. Did get a chance to check out the restaurant, and gift shop. Overall, a very disappointing experience. read more

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Man! This Frank Lloyd Wright fellow really knows how to make a great sandwich. I wish they would franchise his sandwich recipes across the country. In all seriousness we came here for the tour but were delighted that the cafe was still open and serving lunch. Even better is that the sandwiches were really good. The coleslaw was refreshing as well. I highly recommend spending some time in the cafe before or after your tour of FLWs property. You could say that you've eaten in the only FLW designed restaurant in existence, because it is! read more

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Came and got a tour of the Taliesin house. I didn't take any photos because I didn't fully understand the photo policy and didn't want to risk anything. We got bussed over to the house for a tour. Our tour guide was super nice. It was super informative and the gift shop was cute as well and if I ever came back, I would want to eat at the café, but unfortunately we didn't get to this time. read more

Definitely worth a visit, we did a 2 hour house tour at the very end of the season - I guess they used to close at the end of November but in 2025 decided to continue offering tours until 12/14 and while it was VERY cold and a bit snowy the tour was great. Everyone meets at the guest center and you may need to pick up your tickets in the gift shop, honestly the cafe' was nice and had a great looking brunch menu so I would definitely plan to eat here on a future visit. The tour started a little slow with a short talk in the gift shop, then you take a 20-seat shuttle to the house which will almost always be full but obviously they cannot have everyone driving themselves over to the grounds. There's a little walking and a lot of standing on the tour but you can sit in the living room for a while in the middle of the tour which is helpful for many. The docent had good knowledge and was engaging if a bit quirky, for FLW or architecture fans a visit to Taliesin is a great day. Check it out if interested, it's a unique visit! read more

Fan-gosh-dang-tastic. I had already visited Taliesin West several years before, but as a Wisconsin gal and Frank Lloyd Wright fan, it was about dang time I made it to the OG. It is pricy, and can be more or less so depending on which tour you want to do. But if architecture, MCM, and historical stuff is your jam....I think you are gonna find it worth it. Our guide was delightful, and the tour and house and school was everything I could have hoped for! Full of information, a feast for the gosh darn eyes, and just totally fascinating (at least to me). Highly recommend a visit here if you have even a passing interest in FLW! read more

I was there for A Day at Taliesin. It was a very informative event. The guide who toured us around the property was very nice, in explaining the life of Frank Lloyd. Serial murder of his lover and kids was disturbing. Architecture style was genius. read more

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This was a "Bucket List" item for me and I'm so glad I finally managed to get deep enough into Wiscowsin (State motto: "Come smell our dairy air!") to experience it. I gotta tell you this story: I needed some information about access to the tours and the office staff was *very* slow in getting back to me, phone or email, to the point that the tour I was inquiring about was sold out already. To say I was irritated, frustrated, and angry would be an understatement. I had no choice but to "settle" for the "Self-Guided" tour anyway (as the only option left available to me due to the delays). But this was a cloud that had a massive silver lining: The Self-Guided Tour actually offers an iPad with a multimedia presentation of the grounds, rooms, features, and even vignettes of Mr. Wright in some interviews explaining his concepts. It was amazing! This tour is only a couple of hours, but I was glad it wasn't much longer, as my mind was so overwhelmed with the detail, the thought, the integration, and even a few Whoopsies I observed that much longer and my brain would have exploded. To say Wright was a genius is to understate his vision and creations. I could go back time and again and find new things to discover and learn. Loved this experience! read more

We had a beautiful experience at Taliesen. He was truly a genius & the home is unique, unpretentiousness & exquisite. read more

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My husband and I are giant nerds and grew up in WI, yet never visited Taliesin. Clearly we needed to rectify that. If you visit, book ahead as tours sell out. We opted for the 2 hour highlights tour which takes you through the studio building and then the Taliesin complex. The price is pretty high at $65/pp but afterwards I really felt like it was worthwhile. Our guide Jonathan was outstanding and really gave great insights into FLW and his work. Others have extensively described the buildings so I'll skip that other than to say they are stunning and the foundation is doing a lot of hard work to preserve them. Tips (besides booking ahead): *Wear good shoes, there is some walking on gravel paths *If it's hot out, know that most of the building areas don't have AC *There aren't restrooms on the tour - go at the visitor center Fun fact - when FLW lived there he had horses, pigs, cows and chickens. In a barn that was attached to the main house, so you can imagine what THAT smelled like! It was a great experience, highly recommend. read more

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Frank Lloyd Wright The Taliesin was Frank Lloyd Wright's home that he designed, built and lived in for many years. It's in a small town called Spring Green in Wisconsin which is about 30-40 minutes Northwest of Madison. So, it's a little out of the way, but a great tour to take if you're a fan of Wright or architecture. They have 4 different tours to offer, each with a little something different and different tour lengths. We did the highlights tour which lasted 2 hours. They have an all encompassing tour which is 4 hours. The other couple of tours are shorter in time for those that don't like standing around for hours. Definitely worth checking out read more

What a pleasant morning! We came for the two hour house tour that started at 9am on Sunday. It was raining, but that didn't stop our spectacular tour guide. They even provided umbrellas for folks that didn't have any. The first 45 minutes were spent outdoors highlighting the features of the land and house and the second half was focused on the inside of the home and delved a lot into FLW's home life. Our tour guide was so enthusiastic and answered every question the tour had. It was a spectacular experience! Such a gem just 50 minutes outside of Madison! read more

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Another FLLW tour in the books, stopped here coming into MKE as another tour to take. Even though there is a bridge being worked on that brings you to the Preservation, we were on time and browsed around the gift shop after checking in. We took the new 1-hour tour on a Sunday which was full, and apparently is a new feature in terms of how they do things. I will say if I had to do it over again, I would probably do the 2-hour tour and see the whole complex as this was necessarily rushed - just would have liked to see more. This tour takes you thru the outside, living room, and FLLW's bedroom before heading out of the walkway and back outside. You can't go wrong with these - looking forward to coming back to MKE area and seeing more. read more

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We did the 2 hour highlights tour and that was perfect. The tour includes the school and house with enough time to look around and learn about Frank Lloyd Wright's history and his work without getting too in depth for those who come in knowing only a little about his work and architecture in general. Our tour guide was excellent, and answered questions well. Both the school and house were interesting, and I also enjoyed hearing about the ongoing restoration work. Definitely a good option for an activity if you're in central Wisconsin! read more

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So we booked a tour and when we got there we found out that we had to take the shuttles to the house. I don't do well with tight or crowded places due to PTSD and anxiety. I am a Veteran. I asked if I could drive over and they said it was a private drive or I could walk about a 5 minute drive. They also said they would try to make a special trip over for me but the manager turned that down. I then said that I would just not go, my family did go see it. Mind you we are on our anniversary trip. 20 years. I was also told by the counter we would get a refund for my spot, the manager also turned that down. The counter person said that if they had someone take my spot it was a sold out day and the money ment more. I would never go back nor would I ever recommend due to they have nothing that can help with veterans or people that suffer from issues out of our control. If you want to see places for free in town are a couple of FLW buildings also. read more

The staff were super friendly and helpful. The tour and tour guide was amazing as well. My wife and I had a great time and you get to see a piece of legendary history designed by the best American architect of all time FLW. Highly recommend fir any fan of FLW! read more

The full estate tour is so informative but does have a fair amount of walking up hills. Probably wouldn't recommend that in the summer but fall or spring would be perfect weather. read more

Taliesin Preservation - Newly refurbished theater building. - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Spring Green, Wisconsin

Being an art nerd, loved the architecture and stories we heard/saw during the tour. Few people on the tour "just wanted to see where the murders took place." They were vocal about not wanting to view the other buildings. But our tour guide handled it with grace and sarcasm. NOTE If you see a basket of bug repellent near the bus, use it! The mosquitos are so BAD. read more

The four stars is for the tour only. I do understand that we are contributing to the conservation of the estate, however, this price point makes the appreciation of this site unattainable to many. We did enjoy our time there and visited the chapel grounds afterwards. read more

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I spent a terrific afternoon here, the house and the area are breathtakingly beautiful and worth a visit from a few hours away, as I was. (FLW's greatness doesn't need my benediction!) I took the highlights tour and I enjoyed seeing the other buildings he designed, too. The woman leading my tour was interesting and a fluent guide. (Excellent customer service too: I had something valuable with me and they helped me secure it inside while I was on the tour.) If you're a fan of architecture, FLW, or just a beautiful place, Taliesin is well worth the visit. 2 hours (they actually gave us 2h15m) was just the right amount of time for a casual introduction. read more

I love Frank Lloyd Wright buildings having visited 2 before this visit. This is the "ground zero" of FLW architecture. Catherine our tour guide was very knowledgeable about Taliesin. She was courteous and understanding of all visitors. Catherine answered all questions with lengthy and insightful comments. We just loved the tour! read more

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An absolutely fascinating experience. If you love architecture, history and a good story, book this tour. We did the 4 hour tour and our guide was super knowledgeable and enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge and experience. We are now motivated to see Taliesin West in Scottsdale. read more

The house of Frank Lloyd Wright - Taliesin - is an interesting building with good stories in it. I really enjoyed The tour inside and around the Taliesin house. Everything inside looks very cozy and welcoming. I would live in that house. Our guide gave us interesting tour and told us stories about the place and it's author. Definitely recommend to go there. read more

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It was the perfect Spring day for walking the grounds of this masterpiece: mostly sunny and moderate, not too cool, or warm. There was lots of walking... The docent Spencer was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He answered all of our (10 person group) questions enthusiastically. He continuously encouraged our curiosity. The four hour tour covered all of the major buildings - both inside and out. Their individual purpose was thoroughly explained, as well as how each building contributed to the grand scheme of the long and historic Taliesin timeline. Spencer had the ability to explain and contextualize details in such a way that made them easier to connect, and highlight the true avant-garde genius that was Frank Loyd Wright. The tour's structure helped reveal the foundation's tireless, and never ending endeavor to restore and preserve FLW's indelible significance to architecture. The tour was wonderful and worthwhile! I HIGHLY recommend it! read more

Beautiful grounds and amazing architecture! We enjoyed a nice lunch at the Riverview Terrace cafe followed by a large group tour of the house. The lunch was reasonable for the location and perfect for our needs with a simple sandwich buffet, salad, desserts and drinks. (Keep in mind that for large groups there is not a lot options nearby so this is a wonderful opportunity for group tours!) The house tour was very informative and showcased a lot of the architecture. It would've been nice to see more of the house, but portions of the home are used as a residence so it's quite understandable to not want random tourists wandering through private bedrooms. The architecture and views are amazing. Would have loved to spend more time here! Perhaps they should open up part of the residence as an AirBNB to fund further preservation efforts! read more

I went on the two hour tour and my tour guide abe blew me away. I am never really interested in tours but Abe's enthusiasm honestly shocked and inspired me. I certainly would go back especially to experience Abes show me around another part of the property ! Really cool and unexpected read more

We did the House Tour and the Hillside Studio & Theater Tour. Set us back 2 bills but every penny worth it. I liked this better than Taliesin West in Arizona. Tour guides were very professional and had a passion for their job. Mary was outstanding. In the morning, while waiting on the tour, my sister and I played with the blocks and built a bridge- free play, like Frank's mom insisted on. Bought some postcards. Had a meal at the cafe there, consisting of Corn soup of the day and a chipotle burger. Tasty :) and many of the ingredients were grown on the estate itself. Farm to table. The chef told us the cows were raised just down the street, and it was delicious, but I could just picture that poor cow and kind of lost my appetite. Priced reasonably w a nice view overlooking the river we later swam in. Frank Lloyd Wright used the organic architecture. Taliesin is almost a misnomer, it's not shining brow as in standing out, he wanted it to appear to come out of the earth, and in harmony with nature. He would build around the trees, and let them be. Inconspicuous. White pine planted for his slain wife after the mass killing at the estate was interesting. We drove ourselves to the cemetery. Location was beautiful. Cherokee red is my new favorite color. Dad's favorite room was the school dining hall, and the theater area. My favorite room was the living room in the house. The compress and release theme is something I'll use if I ever get to design my own house. And just the continuity of all the rooms being under 1 roof- from pig to proprietor. The hydro electric dam was very neat. He had the perfect storm of ideas, enough money, and the Great Depression actually helped him. And even then, he was popular. Just the fact that it was the early 1900s makes it all that more impressive. Over 100 yrs old and it looks like it's a modern building. And I could get more into the subtleties, but really you just have to visit yourself. Even pictures don't capture the vibe. My dad locked the keys in the car. Bob and Barb up at the front we're very helpful in finding a hanger, and also using one of the knives from the kitchen to help pry the window open. Success came after 2 hours of diligent trying. To sum up Franks persona, his quote, "Early in life I had to choose between honest arrogance and hypocritical humility. I chose the former and have seen no reason to change." read more

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If you like Frank Llyod Wright stuff, you have to visit the Mother Ship. I took just the House tour and that was perfect for me since I am not a super fan but wanted to see some of his designs. The tour is well laid out and it starts with the waterfall and only gets better. After seeing The House on the Rock and now this, I am wondering why are all the ceiling so low. But again this makes modern homes boring and plain. There are interesting features and details everywhere. My only quibble is the extensive use of modern materials of the time, plywood. Plywood is not a good durable material and doesn't last long and it is easy to see that the preservation society has a lot of work ahead of it. Fun tour and highly recommend setting aside a couple of hours. read more

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Even more magical than the photos. So happy to hear that there are restoration efforts saving this amazing campus. The walk through 90 degree heat and the rarity of mosquitos due to recent downpours did little to slow us down. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about FLW's architecture. It was a real treat. She shared stories of legacy fellowship members kept as very friendly vibe. It was overall an incredible experience. The cafe far exceeded our expectations as well!!! My wife had the mixed greens and bacon loaded grilled cheese on Texas toast, I had the mixed green salad with cheese bread. All that and desert for under $25! Suffice to say we were really satisfied with the quality and price of the cafe. We live in Chicago where this same lunch would have easily cost $50. I will definitely be coming back. I would bn love to see Taliesin in the fall! read more

There many Frank Lloyd Wright buildings in Spring Green Wisconsin. I am not sure if the restaurant in the visitor's center is closed just because of COVID or no longer a functioning restaurant. House on Rock is not Frank Lloyd Wright, but you defiantly need to see that too. Taliesin is the actual house in my pictures. Great part of Wisconsin to visit in the fall. read more

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A fascinating tour! The house and property are stunning, the story unique, and our tour guide Eric was delightful. We did the 2-hour house tour. In-depth with plenty of facts and asides! Note: a fair bit of walking on uneven surfaces, if that's a concern. I wanted to purchase everything in the gift store! read more

If you're near Spring Green WI or looking for a weekend destination, consider visiting Taliesin for a unique (adult) experience. Its about a three hour drive from Chicago. Since I'm from Chicago near Oak Park, I've long heard of the Frank Lloyd Wright, myth, man, and legend. This was an opportunity to see his enduring genius close up and personal and I'm so glad I did. The grounds are beautiful, the buildings are timeless, and seeing Taliesin up close and personal has brought the man to life. Our tour guide Mickey was entertaining and patient. He pointed out some lovely details, such as in Wright's living room, sculptures (thought lost in the fire that was deliberately set) were recovered and built into the walls to honor his dead love's memory. I started to re-read The Women just to feel close again to Taliesin. Go to see it. Its amazing what FLLW did while living with life-changing tragedy. Wear comfy shoes and be prepared to walk a variety of terrains. Several types of tours are available. Enjoy whichever one you take, but TAKE ONE. Spring Green, WI itself is a lovely town. Very friendly population, see my reviews of the Country Store and Freddy Valentines. Also see my review of House on the Rock. read more

Really enjoyed the 4 hour tour of the properties at Taliesin. This is the most expensive of the tours at $92 per person, but it well worth the time and money! I've always enjoyed touring other Frank Lloyd Wright properties and happy to have made it to the most famous home of his. The guide, Brian, was very well-informed and very patient to answer all questions. He tried to not get into too deep of the architecture of the properties for those not well versed in this field (including me!). I was fortunate to be with a great group of about 20 people that were enthusiastic fans of FLW. The 4 hour tour started at the still active school on the property, walked up hill to the famous Romeo & Juliet windmill, Tan-y-Deri (home of his sister & her husband), then walked across the prarie to the main house of Taliesin. Was very interesting to learn about the history of the property and how things are being maintained despite Mother Nature taking her toll after so many years! Taliesin was the principal residence of Wright. The beautiful countryside was his inspiration and laboratory for architectural designs and creation. read more

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While this is a must see for many FLLW fans, I have to say that it was my least favorite so far. While the house is nice and our guide was fantastic, the 4 hour tour was a bit long. I always opt for the most in-depth/longest tour they offer and the longest I have done in the past was 3 hours which was always a good length, however 4 hours was a bit much. I am sure part of the reason it is so long is that we walked all over the grounds, which I enjoyed, and I think the tour is this long to make sure everyone can handle the walk. But I also felt that we lingered longer than necessary in some areas. I still recommend visiting Taliesin, but maybe not doing the 4 hour tour. read more

Just visited Taliesen (pronounced "Tally - Essen". You're welcome.) Anyway, it was a short trip from Madison where I was visiting a friend for the weekend. Spencer the guide was fantastic! He knew his stuff, had an abiding passion for FLW, his house & legacy. He handled every question with grace & humor. I really didn't know much about the topics but the 2hr tour was enough to get me studying. Absolutely fascinating! Please remember to tip the guides & the bus drivers. They're too kind to ask but willingly accept any offering. Once is enough but it's one that any US citizen or art fan should see in their life. read more

A great experience and very enlightening tour. The guides are very knowledgeable and friendly, I highly recommend the highlights tour. read more

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Design and architecture are among my interests, and whenever I travel, I have gone out of my way to satisfy these interests, including looking for Frank Lloyd Wright buildings. Of course, everyone knows Taliesin, and I have visited here multiple times. This site has quite a storied history, with fire, murder, and more. Fortunately, each docent will provide tidbits based on her or his interests, and by visiting more than once, you can fill out that history. Reading books helps, as well, but just knowing that you are right there, and having the docent point out features related to this troubled past is wonderful. If one is going to visit Taliesin, I would encourage doing a bit of research to see everything in that area. Plan a long weekend if possible. read more

Visiting Taliesin was awe-inspiring for me. Approaching the house, seeing the way it is set on the land as I approached it, I could barely contain my enthusiasm. Yeah, that's how I get; giddy sometimes. But really, seeing this beautiful home that Frank Lloyd Wright both designed and lived in was a perfect experience for me. As the architecture nerd that I am, visiting houses, buildings and structures designed by architects or in architectural styles that I admire is just something I love to do. But I really believe the history and beauty are such that almost anyone would enjoy coming here. A lot of my own sensibilites about design were influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright and his "organic architecture". I've always loved his determination to make sure the house fit naturally into its surroundings. I love his use of geometry and clean lines, the well thought out utility of the built-ins and the incredible beauty that results not from fussy adornment but from simplicity. Don't be fooled however because to get things built the way FLW wanted them to be, this "simplicity" was usually a painstaking process. His use of earth colors to enhance the total experience is brilliant. Coming to Taliesin, you will see all these techniques at their best. FLW is given credit for designing the first house to incorporate what we would now call "an open floor plan" which was really quite an unusual concept in its time. As well, his style was to create harmony between the structure and the flow of nature outside so his homes almost looked practically a part of its surroundings. FLW was a genius but a complicated, at times difficult man. We may not agree with the way he chose to live his life...he hurt many...but he was a man of great conviction and determination and one who refused to compromise on his unique vision. And as much as he may have caused suffering to some, he in turn accepted suffering rather than give in to ideas he didn't believe in. I was in awe of the beauty of Taliesin. Being there of course, far surpasses any photographs in a book although the photographs may light a fire under you to take a trip out to Spring Green Wisconsin. Wright's spirit still infuses this place and I found myself imagining him living, working and teaching here. The stories I've read about his life came alive moreso than other places of his that I've visited. I knocked a star off because despite the good quality of the tour, the cost seems too high. I'm not a "tour person" as a general rule but that's the only way you can see Taliesin. And although we were fine, the terrain and the walk about the property could be a little too much for some as might be the lack of bathroom facilities. There is little accommodation for the tourist here. You drive to the Visitor House where you pay the fee (and can buy FLW-inspired items and repros too) and then get on a shuttle bus where you are herded over to Taliesin. I understand why it has to be done this way but it's not ideal. But don't let this dissuade you; the tour, to its expensive credit, is very informative. I would recommend reading a biography of FLW before you go. As detailed as some aspects of the tour are, your visit will be enhanced if you understand more about the man, what led to and what went into his building of Taliesin and the triumphs and tragedies that ensued. This is a remarkably beautiful place, amidst the gorgeous, lush, rolling hills of Spring Green, in one of the most picturesque states of this country: Wisconsin. read more

My father was a architect who was influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright. I have been to Taliesin West which has the advantage of location in Scottsdale a wealthy city near Phoenix AZ so they have the money to keep up the buildings. Wright had a tendency to experiment on various designs and materials and you can see some of the phases of his styles. It's sad that some of the house and out buildings and in need of major work. The landscaping also in spots needs major work. Wright wanted views from some of his rooms and in his day would cut trees. Now trees and brush obscure views. In summer it is best to make reservations as the tours can fill up fast, or yo will have a long wait for an opening. Tours begin at the Visitor Center with houses a restaurant, book store and gift center. You can watch a video about Wright and some of his work. read more

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