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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
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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One of Chicago’s most recognized voices, Wayne Messmer steps away from his role as a premier singer of the National Anthem to bring The Wayne Messmer Trio featuring Nate Niederkorn on guitar and...
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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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Today is the 150th anniversary of the death of the Glessners’ 8-month-old son, John Francis. After his mother died in 1932, his remains were disinterred and placed inside her casket in the family burial plot at Graceland Cemetery. He said “Mama,” just before he died.
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#PhotoFriday celebrates the start of summer w/this image of our climbing hydrangeas in the courtyard. Two vines were planted in June 2011 during an event marking the 125th anniversary of the groundbreaking ceremony for the house, w/the Glessners’ eldest great-grandson on hand.
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Learn about the William Morris’s involvement with the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings in our online lecture Sun, June 29, 1pm. Philip Venning, retired secretary/director of the Society, will discuss its history. Tickets:
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Join us for our 2nd jazz concert of the season this Wed, June 25, when Second City Jazz returns to the courtyard. Bring your chairs, blanket, food &.beverage, and enjoy a wonderful evening of music. Doors open at 5:30pm with music starting at 6pm. Tickets:.
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We are pleased to announce the newest addition to our store. This collection of notecards, @GlessnerHouse exclusive, features 8 Wm Morris designs found in.the house, including 4 wallpapers and 4 textiles. Purchase the cards through our online store at
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This recently discovered rendering shows the design for Glessner house rejected by the Glessners in favor of the design by Henry Hobson Richardson. Learn more about the design & the Glessners’ interaction with Wm Potter in our newest Object of the Month.
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This week’s #PhotoFriday shows off our brand new William Morris drapes, installed in the Glessners’ bedroom this past weekend. The drapes are an exact copy of the “Windrush” pattern designed by Morris in 1883 which the Glessners enjoyed in their bedroom for several decades.
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Our 2nd jazz concert, Wed, June 25. Second City Jazz returns to the courtyard. Bring chairs, blanket, food & drink. Doors open 5:30pm music starts at 6pm. Tickets: Sponsored by Lakeside Bank; photo by Michael Bennett
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More than $30,000 was pledged during the paddle raise for our new ADA accessible ramp into the Visitors Center. Photos by Cindy Fandl. 2/2
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Thank you everyone, including our sponsors & attendees, who made our June 8 gala, “Celebrating William Morris,” such a success. Melinda Watt, textile curator at the Art Institute, received the 2025 John & Frances Glessner Award. 1/2
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