Unity Temple Restoration Foundation is one of the few prairie style churches in the country. Architectural great Frank Lloyd Wright, who was a member of the congregation, designed the building. The flat, cube-like building sits squat to the ground. Inside, the auditorium has excellent acoustics. Daily tours are offered, and a portion of the proceeds goes to ensure the future of this rare building.
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Had the chance to take the train our to Oak Park during a visit to Chicago to see some FLW work in this area - his home/studio, some of the houses and Unity...
The UTRF recently hosted an event around Valentine's Day. It was called Wine, Chocolate & Architecture and featured sweet treats and delicious drinks from...
Remarkable architecture. I found the tour interesting as I enjoyed learning about Frank Lloyd Wright's thinking behind the architecture. A showplace.
Visit on a Sunday
If you can, schedule your visit for a Sunday morning, when you can attend a service (and it's free). It's so uplifting to sit there for an hou...
Peaceful pleasure.
Have to see this to believe it. A truely architectural masterpiece. Hated to leave it. The atmosphere is very peaceful.
A historic landmark that remains alive with music and spirit.
The Unity Temple is the last surviving major public building of Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie School period. It's considered one of
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