Introduction: – Photos Below (Please scroll down)
We have lived in the North Phoenix, AZ area for more than ten years. During our time in the Sonoran Desert, we have heard many things about Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural studio and school. Our interest had been piqued a number of times, but we wanted to wait for a special guest or visitor to express a desire to tour the landmark before we visited.
Last year, good friends stayed with us and they expressed an interest in touring the Frank Lloyd Wright studio as part of the evening tour; bingo!
Taliesin was established as Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter studio and school in 1937. During the summers, Wright would head to Taliesin in Spring Green, Wisconsin.
The Scottsdale, Arizona studio was built to blend in with the Sonoran Desert geography and to take advantage of its perch above Phoenix and the surrounding outskirts. It is an interesting and uniquely personal vision of one of America’s most famous architects.
To learn more about Frank Lloyd Wright and Taliesin and Taliesin West, visit the Taliesin Website.
Notes about Tours of Taliesin West
The Insights Tour is offered during the daytime starting daily at 9 AM. The Night Lights Tour is offered at 7 and 7:15 PM as of this posting. Please check the website or call for current information.
Website – http://franklloydwright.org/taliesin-west/tickets-tours/
Phone – 480.627.5375
Email – info@franklloydwright.org
On July 2, 2017 when I checked the website, this notation appeared:
“This summer, we’re offering a 50% discount to all Arizona residents. This offer is only available through advanced booking and proof of residency must be shown when picking up tickets. Reserve now at the link below.”
As indicated in the introduction above, we selected the Night Lights tour.
As we arrived, the moon was rising. This is a photograph of the reception center as seen from the main parking area.
Recent rains brought out umbrellas .
The tour group stopped at a nearby meeting room for a general introduction.
Read more about Taiesin West HERE.
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