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Gropius House

68 Baker Bridge Road, Lincoln, MA 01773
781 259 8098
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Ranked #2 of 7 attractions in Lincoln
Type: Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Owner description: This minimalist masterpiece was built by the founder of the Bauhaus movement. Walter Gropius, founder of the German design school known as the... more » Owner description: This minimalist masterpiece was built by the founder of the Bauhaus movement. Walter Gropius, founder of the German design school known as the Bauhaus, was one of the most influential architects of the 20th century. Modest in scale, the 1938 Gropius home was revolutionary in impact. It combined the traditional elements of New England architecture -- wood, brick, and fieldstone -- with innovative materials rarely used in domestic settings at that time -- glass block, acoustical plaster, and chrome banisters, along with the latest technology in fixtures.In keeping with Bauhaus philosophy, every aspect of the house and its surrounding landscape was planned for maximum efficiency and simplicity of design. The house contains an important collection of furniture designed by Marcel Breuer made in the Bauhaus workshops.With all the family possessions still in place, the house has an immediacy rarely found in house museums. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

My daughter and I visited for one of her university assignments. I was apprehensive, wondering if I'd find it worth my time and money but, wow! It's a small house but you walk through each room and find imaginative, genius-really, ideas. This architect, who founded the Bauhaus movement, thought of everything! The tour guide was quite passionate and ran over... More

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Sudbury, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 20, 2012

Cool house out in the country by a famous German architect, Gropius. You get to visit almost every room of this small yet architecturally interesting home. He lead the way to modern ideas mostly in factories and then applied them to his home. Worth your time.

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White Plains, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2012

It's always fun to see where and how a famous person lived. People flock to the homes of movie stars, Presidents, sports and music greats. But even more intriguing and revealing is the private home of an architect. We know what he designed for others, but what does an architect design and build for himself? The architect in question is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 30, 2012

When one of the pioneers of modern architecture builds a house for himself, you know it will be worth visiting. Walter Gropius built this house in 1938 but it is just as modern and contemporary today. The Gropius family were the only occupants and the house is still as it was when they lived in it, with many of their... More

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Hershey, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2012

Exit 14 off of the Massachusetts Turnpike, West of 128 (I95) and East of 495, the Gropius House is well worth the detour for those heading North or South through Massachusetts. What a treat! Blissfully, we were shown around by a wonderful art history professor. He shared a variety of information that allowed all to connect with and enjoy the... More

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Lima Peru
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2012

I visited the Gropius house with a group of friends. We had lovely weather and so, taking photos was just wonderful. The house combines the traditional elements of New England architecture—wood, brick, and fieldstone—with innovative materials rarely used in domestic settings at that time, including glass block, acoustical plaster, chrome banisters, and the latest technology in fixtures. The house, the... More

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Zurich, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 1, 2012

If you are staying in this area, visiting the Gropius House is a must, it is a masterpiece and still amazing and modern, even almost after a century.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 9, 2012

Nice little tour for architecture buffs. Right in the middle of scenic Lincoln, MA, Gropius house has been well maintained and kept up. Staff is on-site to answer questions, and give a quick tour. Fun!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 9, 2012

Went on Sunday with a good friend. It was just the 2 of us and the guide Kathy. We felt we were private guests of the place. Yes it does smell a bit musty, but hey, this is a monument. Kathy was awesome, giving us so many anecdotes about Gropius and his family. Amazing that this house today stills feels... More

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Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012

In an area best known for colonial and Revolutionary War sites, the Gropius House stands apart. Built by the great architect for himself and his family, containing his furniture, art, and clothes, the house gives a perfect snapshop of his work. Best visited in warmer months, this is not probably a place for young children. Be sure not to miss... More

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