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Fallingwater Fireside with Charles Renfro |
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s practice spanned the fields of architecture, urban design, art, performance and print as he sought to revolutionize American life for the modern era. Similarly, the firm Diller Scofidio + Renfro works to address the challenges of a changing contemporary world by uniting disciplines across art, design and technology. On September 24, from 5:30-8 p.m., join us in the Fallingwater Living Room for a conversation with Charles Renfro, a partner of the firm, who has designed cultural and civic spaces that help us rethink the way institutions shape society and the fabric of cities. This intimate, salon-style event has limited seating and is followed by wine and hors d’oeuvres. |
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Visit Fallingwater this summer |
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Summer is a wonderful time to visit Fallingwater. Surrounded by lush greenery and the rushing waters of Bear Run, the house offers a unique experience of architecture and nature in harmony. Whether it’s your first visit or a return journey, experience one of the world’s greatest works of architecture during its most vibrant season. Explore intersections of architecture and nature on a range of different guided house tours, or for an in-depth look at the landscape, sign up for the Guided Grounds Walking Tour. Fallingwater’s tours are offered daily—except Wednesdays—from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through the end of November. Tours can be reserved on the Fallingwater website or by calling Fallingwater Visitor Services at 724-329-8501. |
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Create and collage with Jameelah Platt |
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There is a hands-on approach to visual creativity, personal reflection and creative expression. Learn more during “Insight/Onsite: Creating and Collaging from Memory with Jameelah Platt” on August 21-23. Through this three-day on-site Fallingwater Institute course, the Pittsburgh-based interdisciplinary artist will use guided studio explorations to energize your creative practice while you spend time immersed in nature, reflecting and storytelling.
Thanks to The Heinz Endowments, scholarships are available for tuition, housing and travel expenses; applicants must apply for eligibility. |
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Special events celebrating our 90th |
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Fallingwater, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1935 for the Kaufmann family, owners of Pittsburgh-based Kaufmann’s Department Store, is an astonishing masterpiece of modern architecture. The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is proud to be its steward.
Join us to celebrate 90 years since the first stone was laid in 1936 through an array of special in-person and online events and experiences throughout the year. We’ve created a special web page to provide event listings, details and more! |
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Fallingwater Institute scholarships still available |
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Thanks to the generosity of The Heinz Endowments, Fallingwater still has need-based scholarships available for participants in the Fallingwater Institute’s 2026 Insight/Onsite courses. With a limited number available, these scholarships will cover the costs of tuition, housing, meals and course materials, and provide a stipend to help offset travel costs. Would you like to be considered for a scholarship to attend “Insight/Onsite: Creating and Collaging from Memory with Jameelah Platt,” August 21-23; “Insight/Onsite: Photography Workshop with Dave Bryce,” October 6-8; or "Insight/Onsite: Writing Nature & Place with Sheila Squillante," October 23-25? If so, apply now! |
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New webinar explores Goff’s influences |
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Like Wright, American architect Bruce Goff (1904–1982) embraced organic forms and unconventional materials in his work, which spanned architecture, painting and music. The range and depth of his artistic influences were the subject of a recent exhibition, “Bruce Goff: Material Worlds,” at the Art Institute of Chicago.
Join us for a webinar discussion on July 28 at 12 p.m., ET, with exhibition curator and former Fallingwater intern Craig Lee, who will unpack the dynamic interplay between curatorial and archival collections. This webinar is the third of four inspiring webinars scheduled for 2026! |
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