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Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House

785 Reviews
#39 of 688 things to do in Chicago
Sights & Landmarks, Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings
Closed Now: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
5757 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637-1698
Open today: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
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The Robie House on the University of Chicago campus is considered one of the most important buildings in the history of American architecture. It was created by Frank Lloyd Wright for his client Frederick C. Robie, a forward-thinking businessman...more
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Very interesting tour
This was our first visit to a Frank Lloyd Wright house. Our Guide was great. Full of information. Definitely worth the admission to check it out.
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Date of experience: October 2019
Visionary
This is the style of the homes that set the stage for his Prairie Houses. Have to think how he was also setting the design of the big buildings and for homes as well. Incredible.visions.
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Date of experience: September 2019
Hidden Gem
We enjoyed touring this structure in the middle of the University of Chicago Campus. If you follow Frank Lloyd Wright's buildings, do not miss this one.
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Date of experience: November 2019
Beautiful Wright Prairie House is a must see!
Recently restored to its original glory, the Robie House sits on a city corner on the edge of the University of Chicago Campus. A Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece.
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Date of experience: October 2019
Go to reception if you can
We discovered that there was a Friday night reception and we booked to follow a visit to the Museum of Science and Industry. The advantage was that you could wander around in your own time and discuss each room with the volunteer placed there. The guides were first class and…
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Date of experience: October 2019
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Side Chicago, you have to make a stop in Hyde Park,
one of the city’s most popular neighborhoods. This
historic area is home to two of the city’s most
prominent cultural institutions, the Museum of Science
and Industry and the University of Chicago. A stroll
here will bring you past vintage and grand hotels
converted into luxury apartment buildings; peaceful
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