Jason G.
11/24/2025
Had a great experience both in the house tour & the walk around the grounds (More words more words, darn yelp wants more words, so here they are)
Farnsworth House
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14520 River Rd
Plano, IL 60545
Glass and steel residence notoriously designed by architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Dr. Edith Farnsworth. Famous for its "almost-nothing" design and the legal battle between architect and client, the House is an architectural pilgrimage site for students and professionals from around the world. Open for public tours as a National Trust for Historic Preservation Historic Site. Part of the National Register of Historic Places.
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4.540 reviewsLauren S.
10/5/2025
John was amazing tour guide and was very knowledgeable about the history oft the house and each owner. I'm a fan of Mies and have always wanted to come see this house. We were very impressed by...
Sean P.
9/19/2022
It has always been our dream for over 10 years to visit The Farnsworth House. Mies has always been our favorite architect since we've studied architecture. We decided to make a trip to Chicago to...
Cecilia N.
2/20/2023
It could have been a great experience but for the tour guide. Jefferson held the group hostage for 99% of the allotted tour time, droning on and on about the "affair" between Meis and Dr....
Colleen B.
11/14/2023
A unique museum! The tour was very educational, Brenda really knows a lot about the history and architecture of the house. It is worth visiting.
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