Have you ever dreamed about going down the stairs of Fallingwater’s hatch? Wading in the stream or standing under the waterfall? Opening the many closets and drawers in the master bedroom? Flipping through the books on the shelves or picking up some of the decorative objects?
You can join Fallingwater staff for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at specially selected parts of the house, collection, and/or grounds. “A Closer Look” is a live broadcast series, through which you will gain special access to spaces, objects, stories, and information that are not included on the regular architectural tours.
For more information, or to purchase your ticket for any of the tours, visit A Closer Look: Weekly Livestream event page. If you have questions, email Amy Humbert or call 724-329-7829.
The virtual tours of Fallingwater that are scheduled for January and February:
- A Closer Look: The Kaufmann Collection in the Living Room
Saturday, January 16 at 11:00 am
Spend some time hanging out in Fallingwater’s living room and explore the Kaufmann family’s collection of fine art, decorative art, furnishings, and more. - A Closer Look: Dining at Fallingwater
Saturday, January 23 at 11:00 am
Learn how the Kaufmanns entertained at Fallingwater through an in-depth look at the kitchen and dining area. Bring your own meal! - A Closer Look: Guests of the Kaufmanns
Saturday, January 30 at 11:00 am
What was it like to stay at Fallingwater? Imagine being a guest of the Kaufmanns and take a virtual vacation as you relax in the guest bedroom. - A Closer Look: Preserving Fallingwater
Saturday, February 6 at 11:00 am
Learn about the post-tensioning system installed in 2002 to prevent the house’s possible collapse. - A Closer Look: Tiffany at Fallingwater
Saturday, February 13 at 11:00 am
Learn about Edgar Kaufmann and his interest in collecting glass, ceramic, and metal pieces created by Tiffany Studios. - A Closer Look: Dining at Fallingwater
Saturday, February 20 at 11:00 am
Learn how the Kaufmanns entertained at Fallingwater through an in-depth look at the kitchen and dining area. Bring your own meal! - A Closer Look: The Kaufmann Collection in the Living Room
Saturday, February 27 at 11:00 am
Spend some time hanging out in Fallingwater’s living room and explore the Kaufmann family’s collection of fine art, decorative art, furnishings, and more. - A Closer Look: Tiffany at Fallingwater
Wednesday, March 24 at 1:00 pm
During this session, you will learn about Edgar Kaufmann, Jr’s interest in collecting glass, ceramic, and metal pieces created by Tiffany Studios. - A Closer Look: Good Design at Fallingwater
Wednesday, March 31 at 1:00 pm
His time at Fallingwater inspired Edgar Kaufmann, Jr. to become a scholar of art, architecture, and design. Explore Kaufmann’s third-floor suite at Fallingwater and discover decorative art objects that tell the story of his famous Good Design series of exhibitions, held at the Museum of Modern Art from 1950 to 1955. - A Closer Look: Preserving Fallingwater
Wednesday, April 7 at 1:00 pm
Learn about the post-tensioning system installed in 2002 to prevent the house’s possible collapse. - A Closer Look: Woodblock Prints
Wednesday, April 14 at 1:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright gifted several woodblock prints by Hokusai and Hiroshige to the Kaufmann family. Learn about Wright’s interest in this Japanese tradition, the imagery and artist behind each woodblock print, and how Fallingwater cares for these works on paper. - A Closer Look: Bedrooms at Fallingwater
Wednesday, April 21 at 1:00 pm
Explore the Kaufmann family’s personal bedrooms and choose your favorite location for a nap at Fallingwater. - A Closer Look: Ceramics at Fallingwater
Wednesday, April 28 at 1:00 pm
Discover the Kaufmann family’s vast collection of ceramic vessels and objects, which range in age from ancient to modern. - A Closer Look: Down the Hatch, Under the House
Wednesday, May 5 at 1:00 pm
Virtually open the living room hatch, descend the stairs to the stream, and refresh in Bear Run as you explore under the house’s cantilevers. - A Closer Look: Dining at Fallingwater
Wednesday, May 12 at 1:00 pm
Learn how the Kaufmanns entertained at Fallingwater through an in-depth look at the kitchen and dining area. Bring your own meal! - A Closer Look: Relaxing at Fallingwater
Wednesday, May 19 at 1:00 pm
Wright designed Fallingwater as a place for the Kaufmann family to relax and refresh in nature. During this session, virtually lounge on some of the Wright-designed furniture and take in views of nature from our many windows and terraces. - A Closer Look: The Kaufmann Collection
Wednesday, May 26 at 1:00 pm
Virtually roam through Fallingwater and explore a selection of the Kaufmann family’s collection of fine art, decorative art, furnishings, and more.
