FARNSWORTH HOUSE
PLANO, IL
The Farnsworth House is a modernist masterpiece located in Plano, Illinois, approximately 60 miles west of Chicago. Designed by architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the house was completed in 1951 and is considered one of the most iconic examples of modernist architecture in the United States.
The house is a single-story steel and glass structure that sits on a 60-acre site along the Fox River. It was designed for Dr. Edith Farnsworth as a weekend retreat, and features an open floor plan with a central living space that is flanked by two bedrooms, a kitchen, and a bathroom.
The exterior walls of the house are made entirely of glass, which creates a seamless connection between the interior and exterior spaces. This design allows for stunning views of the surrounding landscape, and provides a sense of tranquility and serenity.
The Farnsworth House has been designated a National Historic Landmark and is open to the public for tours. It is a must-see destination for architecture enthusiasts and anyone interested in the history of modernist design.
FARNSWORTH HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PLANO IL. US MID #8401700206
The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).
Contact FARNSWORTH HOUSE
- telephone: 6305520052
- website: http://www.farnsworthhouse.org
FARNSWORTH HOUSE
14520 RIVER RD
PLANO
IL
60545
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FARNSWORTH HOUSE Information
| MID # | 8401700206 |
| Name | FARNSWORTH HOUSE |
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| Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest |
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| INCOME | 0 |
| REVENUE | 0 |
| LAT/LONG | 41.638383, -88.531718 |
| CODES | FIPS State Code: 17 FIPS County Code: 093 US Census Tract: 890500 US Census Block: 6132 |