Kevin Nute examines Wright's interest in traditional Japanese pictorial art in the context of his philosophy of 'organic' architecture, and how the former contributed directly to its formal expression.

Through a presentation by scholar Karen Karbiener and readings of poetry written by Ralph Waldo Emerson and Walt Whitman, this program will provide background on transcendentalism, the religious and philosophical movement that permeated American art, architecture, and literature in the nineteenth century.

Wendy Hitchmough traces the European roots of Wright’s most ambitious early houses. From William Morris to the Omega Workshops, from Carl Larsson to Eliel Saarinen she considers the ways in which artists and designers joined forces and art opened the way to breaking rules in domestic design.

Within the historic drafting room of the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio in Oak Park, fantasy campers learn basic drafting techniques and execute frameable floor plans of their own dream creations.  For non-architects only.

James Corner is at the forefront of today’s landscape urbanism movement, combining landscape architecture, urban design, landscape ecology and engineering, to create innovative solutions for modern day cities, landscapes and social places. At Thinking into the Future 2014, Corner will explore his ideas about the design of nature and social life in the city, illustrated through his projects with New York’s High Line and Chicago’s Navy Pier.

Wright's architectural masterpiece is the venue and you are on the guest list. Gather with friends as the Robie House comes to life after hours. Wander the celebrated spaces of this icon of modernism while enjoying live music, drinks, light hors d'oeuvres and a festive, casual atmosphere.

The Trust’s Emerging Chicago Artists Series brings together a multi-talented group of writers and musicians. Consisting of three events, the series will showcase the creativity and skill of fellows of the Luminarts Cultural Foundation, a Chicago-based grantmaking organization that supports young artists working in the visual arts, jazz and classical music, and creative writing.

The Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries emphasized the value and beauty of handmade goods. In Bringing Nature In, artist and designer Chris Geoghegan of Moss Modern Flowers demonstrates the use of natural and found materials in designing arrangements for the home. Participants will learn design principles and create an original arrangement to display in their own homes.

The Trust’s Emerging Chicago Artists Series brings together a multi-talented group of writers and musicians. Consisting of three events, the series will showcase the creativity and skill of fellows of the Luminarts Cultural Foundation, a Chicago-based grantmaking organization that supports young artists working in the visual arts, jazz and classical music, and creative writing.

Experience a dazzling display of energy and virtuosity with the music of four great American composers—Charles Ives, George Gershwin, Kurt Weill and Aaron Copland.

The Trust’s Emerging Chicago Artists Series brings together a multi-talented group of writers and musicians. Consisting of three events, the series will showcase the creativity and skill of fellows of the Luminarts Cultural Foundation, a Chicago-based grantmaking organization that supports young artists working in the visual arts, jazz and classical music, and creative writing.

The Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries emphasized the value and beauty of handmade goods. In this workshop, artist and designer Jim Nedza guides participants in creating a simple graphic design and then printing it for use as a card or small art work.

Explore the musical and cultural climate of fin-de-siècle Vienna through the music of Alexander Zemlinsky and Arnold Schöenberg.

The Arts and Crafts Movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries emphasized the value and beauty of handmade goods. In this workshop, artist and designer Sylvia Alotta guides participants in creating a simple but elegant bound book using the traditional stab binding technique.

Enjoy a musical celebration of the season. Grammy-nominated vocalist Margaret Carlson presents a distinctive program of holiday favorites in the jazz tradition.

September 5-12, 2014
Explore masterworks of the Secessionist Movement in Vienna, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities.  See influential works by Otto Wagner, Adolf Loos and Josef Hoffman on this in-depth tour.

May 20-31, 2015

Book by September 1, 2014 and receive $300 off

Discover Japan, the culture that Wright admired and loved, through curator-led tours, lectures and in-depth cultural experiences on this immersive, experiential journey. See Wright’s Imperial Hotel lobby, Jiyugakuen School and Yamamura house, plus so much more during the sun-soaked days of early summer

Trace the development of the Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Modernist movements in Brussels and Paris, with in-depth tours of masterworks by Victor Horta, Paul Cauchie, Hector Guimard and Le Corbusier. Enjoy fine regional cuisine, curator-led tours and expert guidance in magical Paris and Brussels.

Details coming soon.