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Historic house · Spring Green, Wisconsin
Taliesin
Home, studio and school of Frank Lloyd Wright on a property of about 320 hectares in the Wisconsin River valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Taliesin
Taliesin was Frank Lloyd Wright’s home and studio from 1911, in the hills of the Wisconsin River valley where his mother’s family had settled. The name, in Welsh, means bright brow, and the house was built into a hillside rather than on the summit, using local limestone and wood. It burned twice and was rebuilt by Wright, who modified it over nearly 50 years.
The property, about 320 hectares, includes the Hillside school with its drafting hall and theatre, the Midway Barn house, and the dams and gardens designed by the architect. Taliesin is part of the group of eight Wright works inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, alongside buildings such as Fallingwater and the Guggenheim Museum.
Tours depart from the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, a building Wright himself designed as a riverside restaurant, and proceed by bus to the estate.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From one to four hours, depending on the chosen tour.
Best time
From May to October, when visits run daily; in April and November on selected days.
How to get there
The visitor center is on County Road C, beside the Wisconsin River, about 5 km from downtown Spring Green.
Tip
Book the visit on the website, as groups are small and sell out in summer. The longer tours include walks over uneven terrain.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Taliesin
How to visit Taliesin?
With a guided tour that departs from the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center and follows by bus to the property.
Is Taliesin a World Heritage Site?
Yes, it is part of the group of Frank Lloyd Wright works inscribed by UNESCO.
When does Taliesin open for visits?
Open daily from May to October, with selected days in April and November; check the website.