Modernist House tour at the Edith Farnsworth House, Ruth and Al Ford House, and Schweikher House

Plano, IL – The Edith Farnsworth House, Schweikher House (Schaumburg, IL), and privately owned Ford House by Bruce Goff (Aurora, IL) invite the public to an unforgettable journey through architectural history. On Saturday, October 26th, from 8:30 am to 6 pm, join us for the Trifecta House Tour, a unique opportunity to explore three renowned Mid-Century Modern masterpieces. The event will begin at the Edith Farnsworth House Visitor Center (14520 River Road, Plano, IL) with breakfast and a guided tour of the iconic house, designed by legendary architect Mies van der Rohe. Next, the group will be transported to the Ruth and Al Ford House, a privately owned masterpiece designed by visionary architect Bruce Goff in Aurora, Illinois. After an exclusive tour of the home commonly known as the Round House, the group will head north to the prescient Schweikher House, designed by architect Paul Schweikher in the early stages of his career. A light luncheon will be served before a tour of Schweikher’s house and studio. Expert guides will lead engaging discussions on the distinct modern architectural styles showcased at each property. Tickets are $200 and include all three guided tours, breakfast, lunch, refreshments, and transportation between all three properties. Limited tickets remain for this extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Mid-Century Modern architecture! Secure tickets today at: https://edithfarnsworthhouse.org/trifecta-tour/.
The Trifecta House Tour is part of the Tour Day activities presented by Docomomo US, https://www.docomomo-us.org/events/tour-day. More information on the Schweikher House is available at https://www.schweikherhouse.org/. A brief description of the Ford House is found here https://www.enjoyaurora.com/listing/ford-house-by-architect-bruce-goff-1949/668/.
About the Edith Farnsworth House
Edith Farnsworth House Historic Site is located along the Fox River, about 90 minutes southwest of downtown Chicago. Commissioned in 1945 by Dr. Edith Farnsworth and designed by the office of Mies van der Rohe, the house was constructed between 1949-51 and is an exemplary representation of International Style and the modern movement’s desire to juxtapose restrained architecture with organic nature. Mies constructed the house of “almost nothing” for Dr. Farnsworth as a country retreat from her busy medical practice in Chicago. From 1972‐2003, the house served as a summer home for Lord Peter Palumbo who then sold it to the National Trust for Historic Preservation with a preservation and conservation easement by Landmarks Illinois. Since opening to the public in 2004, more than 150,000 visitors have toured the house and surrounding 60 acres.