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Glessner House Museum explores urban life and design through the preservation and interpretation of this historic home designed by H. H. Richardson.
Chicago, Illinois
Joined December 2010
#PhotoFriday commemorates the 213th anniversary of the Battle of Ft. Dearborn & the 16th anniversary of the dedication of the Battle of Ft. Dearborn Park at 18th Street & Calumet Ave., one block east of Glessner House. This image shows a drumming ceremony at the 2009 dedication.
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Our next tour explores the Wm. Morris interiors at Glessner House Sat., Aug. 23, 9:30am. See wallpaper, fabrics, embroideries, & more during an in-depth 2-hour tour. Morris’s “Lily & Pomegranate” wallpaper was used in the Glessners’ bedroom. Tickets:
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Tickets remain for our walking tour of the Hutchinson St. Historic District Sat. September 6 at 11am. Explore landmark homes designed by George Maher & others, as well as the interiors of St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church and Haymarket House. Tickets:
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#PhotoFriday is the 3rd anniversary of the adoption of our land acknowledgement. It shares our commitment to honoring the history of the Indigenous Peoples who occupied the land on which @GlessnerHouse was built. The acknowledgement may be viewed at:
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Today is the 216th anniversary of the birth of poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson. His poem “Idylls of the King” includes the story of Lancelot & Elaine, inspiration for a set of 5 hand-painted tiles by British artist Henry Holiday, which are displayed on the plate rail in the main hall.
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Explore the Motor Row Historic District during our next walking tour Saturday, August 10: 10 to 11:30am. The district features nearly sixty of the original automobile showrooms built along S. Michigan Ave. in the first decades of the 20th century. Tickets:.
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#PhotoFriday shows the courtyard as it appeared in the summer of 1945 –exactly 80 years ago. The house was owned by IIT/Illinois Tech at the time and was being readied for the Lithographic Technical Foundation to move its research division.into the building later that year.
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Join us Mon, 8/11/25, 6pm for our 2nd & final classical concert in the courtyard for the season, featuring CSO principal cellist John Sharp & friends in a variety of chamber works. Bring chairs, blanket, food, favorite beverage, & enjoy! Tickets:
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Due to popular demand, jazz vocalist Suneetha Vaitheswaran has added a 2nd courtyard concert Tues, August 26. Suneetha entertains with a selection of old and new standards, and is a favorite at venues across Chicago, including Jazz Showcase. Tickets:
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#PhotoFriday shows our wing chair, recently returned to the corner guest room after reupholstering. The velvet fabric is “Sunflower,” based on the wallpaper of the same name by Wm Morris, currently being produced by Sanderson Design Group. Thanks to Recovered Interior Inc.!
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Join us for our next online program Thurs, Aug 7 at 7pm, “The Life and Art of Francesca Alexander 1837-1917.” The presentation will be given by Jacqueline Marie Musacchio. The Glessners bought 3 of her pen and ink sketches, one is shown here. Tickets:.
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Our courtyard concert, “Saluting the inger/Songwriter,” Wed, July 23 with the Wayne Messmer Trio and the music of James Taylor, Carol King, & more! Doors open 5:30pm. Concert 6pm. Bring blanket, chairs, food & beverage. Sponsored by Lakeside Bank. Tickets:
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#PhotoFriday celebrates July as National Ice Cream Month with this image of a vintage pewter ice cream mold. Join us on Sunday August 24 from 2-5pm for our free annual ice cream social, sponsored by Lakeside Bank, with ice cream sundaes, games for the kids, and a balloon twister!
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Join us for our courtyard jazz concert Wed, July 23 featuring the Wayne Messmer Trio and “Saluting the Singer/Songwriter,” Doors open at 5:30pm & the concert begins at 6pm. Bring a blanket, chairs, food, and beverage. Sponsored by Lakeside Bank. Tickets:
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Why was @GlessnerHouse controversial when it was built? Join us for our Architecture Tour Sat, July 19, at 9:30am. Explore Richardson’s design that puzzled the neighbors! See parts of the building not seen on regular tours. Tickets:.
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#PhotoFriday is a pic of 2 copper sinks in the butler’s pantry. Known as “fine china sinks,” soft copper was an appropriate material for dishes and stemware to be washed. Space btw 2 faucets accommodated a standing drainpipe (not shown) shorter than the sink, preventing overflow.
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Join us Sat Aug 9 for all-day bus tour to South Bend IN. Spotlight: the Oliver mansion, Copshaholm (pic), Studebaker Museum, Robert A. M. Stern designed Raclin Murphy Art Museum, & other points of interest. Lunch at Tippecanoe Place. Tickets:
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On Sat. July 19, Nigel Manley, retired mgr, The Rocks, joins us in the coach house for a discussion of programming. The Rocks, a 1,400 acre property in Bethlehem, NH, was donated to the Society for the Protection of NH Forests in 1978. Tickets:
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#PhotoFriday shows an entry in the Glessners’ 1911 4th of July parade at their summer estate, The Rocks, in Bethlehem, NH. Granddaughters Frances & Martha Lee shown here. Described as "Diminutive fairy princesses, drawn by miniature horses in a midget jaunting car.”
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Explore Motor Row Historic District on one of our walking tours this summer. Offered on Sat July 12, August 9, & September 13 from 10-11:30am. Nearly 60 of the original automobile showrooms along S. Michigan Ave. still exist. Tickets:
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