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“a gorgeous house museum”
In 1902, Frank Lloyd Wright was commissioned to undertake the design and construction of a massive renovation of the Lawrence family home in Springfield, Illinois. The home was to be more than a mere residence -- it was to be a showcase. Upon its completion in 1904, the new edifice completely engulfed the original home. It immediately became a symbol of artistic and architectural excellence. It now stands as the finest example of the creativity and uniqueness characteristic of the Prairie School of Architecture." From Governor James R. Thompson's Executive Order August 23, 1983. Witnesses who visit or work at the historic house have reported humming voices, chairs being thrown down the stairs, curtains that move by themselves, and an apparition of a woman in black. The woman is believed to be the home’s original owner, Susan Lawrence Dana, who is rumored to have held seances here in the early 1900s. The hauntings are said to happen most frequently on particular days, such as Dana’s birthday, the day her mother died, or the days of the three funerals that were held in the house. This beautiful FLW home is also said to be haunted! Witnesses who visit or work at the historic house have reported humming voices, chairs being thrown down the stairs, curtains that move by themselves, and a ghost of a woman in black. The woman is believed to be the home’s original owner, Susan Lawrence Dana, who is rumored to have held seances here in the early 1900s!
I've been to a few Frank Lloyd Wright houses and this one has the most amazing art glass. Our docent was excellent. We enjoyed hearing the history behind the house. Plenty of free parking across... Read more
What a great introduction to Frank Lloyd Wright architecture at the Dana Thomas House. Imagine being able to give a blank check to a cutting edge new architect to build a new home for you and... Read more
what a gorgeous home. I usually am a little iffy on Lloyd Wright homes, they just don't feel livable. too stale to be comfortable. the Dana-Thomas house has elements of that but it's the first... Read more
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