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Spring 2026

President's Letter

Dear Fellow Wright Enthusiasts,

Spring is in the air, and it's already time to start planning your summer vacations and day trips. We're here to help! We know of many great events happening around the state at Frank Lloyd Wright properties, and we're happy to share them in this newsletter, on our Facebook page, and via our email list.

But as you plan your summer activities, please be sure to save some time for our next Wright and Like Tour, taking place the weekend of September 11. The weekend will kick off with an exclusive cocktail party at a "Like" house — the luxe Ken Dahlin-designed Arrowhead House on Lake Geneva. Then on Saturday, we return to Delavan Lake for a fresh twist on our standard tour format. This time you'll enjoy a boat tour of all the Wright properties on the lake, along with extensive access to Wright's Penwern estate and visits to several others. Since the small lake roads can get crowded, we will have shuttle buses to take you to each location so you don't have to worry about traffic or parking. See below for more details. We will send an email as soon as tickets are available.

We hope you will enjoy this variation on a theme and join us — and bring all your friends — for two memorable days on the lakes!

Also in this issue, enjoy a recap of our members-only tour of the Frank Lloyd Wright chairs exhibit at the Museum of Wisconsin Art — it was a wonderful way to spend a winter afternoon.

We look forward to seeing all of you at the events happening this year. It's always a pleasure to spend time with people who appreciate Wright's work and his lasting influence. We also love introducing the next generation to Wright's legacy, and we're pleased to announce that the second annual "Wright Now" competition is currently wrapping up. Watch for an announcement of the winning student's work in the next newsletter and on our social channels.

Thank you for your continued support of Wright in Wisconsin. Without you, we would not exist.

John P. Macy

President, Wright in Wisconsin

Wright & Like 2026 Tour Announced

Mark your calendar for one of the highlights of the year! Join fellow Wright enthusiasts for a memorable weekend, September 11–12, 2026, featuring two exceptional events:

Friday, September 11

Begin the weekend with a relaxed wine-and-cheese social Friday evening at a stunning Wright-inspired home on Lake Geneva, designed by architect Ken Dahlin. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members in an intimate and architecturally rich setting.

Saturday, September 12

Spend the day exploring the remarkable Delavan Lake area, home to an extraordinary concentration of residences designed by Frank Lloyd Wright—including five homes along just a two-mile stretch of a single road.

The experience begins with a private boat tour, offering a rare vantage point of these iconic properties from the water. The day continues with a featured speaker at Lake Lawn Resort, followed by an immersive visit to Wright’s Penwern estate and select additional homes. Shuttle transportation will be provided throughout the day for ease and comfort.

More details will be announced soon. Members will receive early notification via email, so if you haven’t joined—or if your membership has lapsed—now is the time to sign up. Members also enjoy discounted ticket pricing.

On January 17, Wright in Wisconsin hosted an exclusive look at the Museum of Wisconsin Art's Frank Lloyd Wright: Modern Chair Design exhibit in West Bend. The event started with a private tour of the museum's extensive exhibit by curator Thomas Szolwinski. Then architect (and WiW board member) Ken Dahlin, founder of Genesis Architecture, presented a talk on how Wright’s principles continue to shape architectural thinking today. The day ended with a reception to continue the discussion on all the great things we saw and learned that day. Thanks to everyone who attended, and we look forward to organizing more outings like this in the future!

Armchair for Francis Little House

MOWA Curator Thomas Swolwinski describing chairs from Mori Oriental Art Studio, the Emil Bach House, and the Hillside dining room chair from Taliesin

Ken Dahlin did a presentation on how Wright's principles manifest in his own architectural practice

The Wright in Wisconsin group waits for the tour to begin.

All photos by George Hall.

The Friends of Frank Lloyd Wright’s First Unitarian Meeting House in Madison is hosting a series of public events June 5-7 to celebrate the iconic building’s 75th anniversary. The weekend will highlight the building’s architectural significance, the role the entire FLW community has played in preserving it, and Wright’s enduring impact in Madison. These include lectures, a new neighborhood walking tour, a new in-depth tour of the Meeting House, and an open house. Sunday events are free. For tickets, go to unitarianmeetinghouse.org/programs.

Here’s the lineup:

Friday, June 5

Walking Tour: Inspired by Wright. Explore one of Madison’s most architecturally significant neighborhoods on a walking tour highlighting the exteriors of homes designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s apprentices and their local contemporaries. Tour is 1.5 miles and includes hills. Please wear comfortable shoes! 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

$20 adults/$10 students and members of Friends of the Meeting House

Lecture and Reception: Beyond the Built: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Unrealized Vision for Madison. Emily Butler, of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, will talk about some of Wright’s most intriguing ideas for the city that never made it beyond the drawing board, and why they still matter. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

$20 adults/$10 students and members of Friends of the Meeting House

Saturday, June 6

Tour: Behind the Scenes at the Meeting House. For the true Wright enthusiast, this Behind-the-Scenes Tour offers an exclusive, 2.5-hour deep dive into the Meeting House’s hidden history. In addition to the 1951 Landmark spaces, this immersive experience grants access to other private spots not seen on Public Tours and takes you through the 1964 Taliesin Associated Architects-designed addition. Guests will enjoy a rare viewing of several original artifacts from the First Unitarian Society archives, providing a deeper look into the building's storied past. 9:30 a.m. to Noon; 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

$60 adults/$30 students and Friends of the Meeting House

Sunday, June 7

Free Lecture: Rehabilitation of the Unitarian Meeting House - 75 Years of Effort. Explore the intersection of congregational stewardship and technical expertise in preserving a National Historic Landmark. Architect Charles Quagliana will provide an overview of the First Unitarian Society’s long-term preservation involvement, followed by a technical deep dive into recent rehabilitation projects—including the Landmark entrance, the Prow, and the roof structure. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Free Drop-in Open House: Afternoon at the Meeting House. Explore one of Madison's most iconic buildings as the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Unitarian Meeting House celebrates its 75th Anniversary. Drop in anytime between 1 and 4 for this free event and learn more about both the history and ongoing preservation of this National Historic Landmark. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

In addition, Madison Bach Musicians will present a concert, "Princely Architects: Bach, Beethoven, and Frank Lloyd Wright," on May 9 and 10 in the Meeting House's Landmark Auditorium.

For tickets and other details, go to unitarianmeetinghouse.org/programs

Photo courtesy Friends of the Meeting House.

The summer 2026 issue of the Journal of Organic Architecture + Design is now available for pre-order.



Volume 14, Number 2 presents a powerful and deeply personal body of work by photographer and designer (and previous Wright in Wisconsin president), Robert Hartmann. Spanning decades of observation, this issue captures organic architecture at a pivotal moment in time, documenting buildings, details, and environments that have since been altered, restored, or lost.

Through striking black and white and color photography taken primarily between the 1960s and 1970s, Hartmann records the work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Louis Sullivan, Taliesin Associated Architects, and a broader circle of organic architects including Bruce Goff and Herb Greene. These images serve as lasting records of architecture experienced firsthand, preserving the atmosphere, material richness, and spatial character of these works.

This issue also includes a compelling collection of drawings. Highlights include rare documentation of Louis Sullivan sketches alongside Hartmann’s own interpretive works and architectural renderings. Together, the photographs and drawings reflect a lifelong engagement with organic principles through light, structure, and time.

Printed copies are scheduled to ship in late July to early August to all subscribers and pre-order customers. Subscribers and sustaining members receive every issue automatically. Become a Friend of OA+D member to support the Archives and ensure uninterrupted delivery of the Journal.

Or you can pre-order your copy today to secure this remarkable issue.

For questions, contact info@oadarchives.org

Are you curious to explore more Frank Lloyd Wright sites in Wisconsin? Wright in Wisconsin is here to help! Below is a list of sites with public access. Check their websites for details. Many sites also have occasional events, so even though the links below take you to tour information, feel free to click around to see what events the various sites might offer.

FLWT indicates that the site is on the Frank Lloyd Wright Trail

• A. D. German Warehouse, Richland Center (FLWT)
• Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Wauwatosa
• Frank Lloyd Wright’s Burnham Block, Milwaukee (FLWT)
• Monona Terrace, Madison (FLWT)
• SC Johnson, Racine (FLWT)
• Still Bend (Schwartz House), Two Rivers
• Seth Peterson Cottage, Mirror Lake
• Taliesin, Spring Green (FLWT)
• Unitarian Meeting House, Madison (FLWT)
• Wingspread, Wind Point (FLWT)
• Wyoming Valley School, Spring Green (FLWT)

Frank Lloyd Wright Trail The Frank Lloyd Wright Trail connects 9 different sites across southern Wisconsin – from Racine to Richland Center.