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Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Introduces Revamped Field Trip Program

This fall, the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is rolling out a revamped K-12 field trip program at Taliesin West with the introduction of two new tours and corresponding education labs.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Oct 17, 2019

Learning by Doing Part 4 – The Architecture of Music

In this installment of her Learning by Doing series, Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation 2018-2019 Graphic Design Fellow, Meagan Vanderhill, explores the role music has played in the Taliesin Fellowship, and how it connects to architecture.

Meagan Vanderhill | Oct 15, 2019

Frank Lloyd Wright’s 1957 Rose Bowl Parade Float: A Tribute to the Valley of the Sun

In 1956, Frank Lloyd Wright was commissioned to design a float for the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. The eye-catching geometric float was inspired by the Arizona sunshine, and was awarded first place in its category.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Oct 14, 2019

An Autobiography in Wood and Stone

Taliesin, Wright’s summer home in rural Wisconsin, has an interesting and somewhat tumultuous history. As the years went on, Wright rebuilt the structure and experimented with architecture, creating a truly unique work that tells a story.

Keiran Murphy | Oct 9, 2019

University of Oklahoma Students Explore Rich History of Design at Taliesin West

In May, 13 students from the University of Oklahoma’s Gibbs College of Architecture visited Taliesin West for an eight-day immersive program where they studied Frank Lloyd Wright’s design through in-depth, studio-based experiences.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Oct 4, 2019

New Pathway Material Installed at Taliesin West Increases Site Accessibility

As the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation continues ongoing efforts to improve and preserve both Taliesin and Taliesin West, through a Challenge Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, we were recently able to increase the accessibility of Taliesin West by installing stabilized decomposed granite throughout the site. We spoke with Emily Butler, Foundation preservation manager to learn more about the project and overall benefits of the new material.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Oct 1, 2019

Plagued by Fire: New Biography Explores the Humanity of Frank Lloyd Wright

In his forthcoming biography, “Plagued by Fire: The Dreams and Furies of Frank Lloyd Wright,” award-winning author Paul Hendrickson delves into the life of Frank Lloyd Wright, covering many controversial and interesting topics including the unmistakable role of fires in his life.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Sep 26, 2019

Living with Nature: Recycling and Reusing

As the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation embraces more sustainable, innovative practices in our preservation work and beyond, we’re sharing some of these methods, and providing some tips on how you can incorporate these practices into your own home and life. Here, we discuss recycling materials, and share more about how we reuse materials in our preservation efforts at Taliesin and Taliesin West.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Sep 25, 2019

Willey House Stories Part 16 – A Red By Any Other Name

Every house has stories to tell, particularly if the house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Some stories are familiar. Some are even true. Some, true or not, have been lost to time, while others are yet to be told. Steve Sikora, owner of the Malcom Willey House, continues his exploration of the home and its influence on architecture and society.

Steve Sikora | Sep 23, 2019

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