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FABYAN VILLA MUSEUMO U T R E A C H P R O G R A M S
LOCATION
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1925 S Batavia Ave (off Route 31)Geneva, IL 60134
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 630-377-6424***Staff need at least thirty days notice before
booking a program.***
ABOUTThe Fabyan Villa was the home of Colonel George and Nelle Fabyan from 1905-1939. Riverbank, the name they bestowed upon their property, was initially a country retreat from their home in Chicago. They hired Frank Lloyd Wright in 1907 to enlarge and re-model the existing farmhouse and shortly thereafter took up permanent residence at the Villa, as they called their home.
When visiting the Villa Museum, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, you will discover the Fabyans’ uniquely fascinating legacy. The Frank Lloyd Wright Prairie-style house contains the Fabyans’ private collection of Asian artifacts, natural history specimens, original furniture and more!
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FABYAN VILLA MUSEUM
Go on a historical tour with the Fabyans! Learn about the grand legacy of Colonel Fabyan, his family, and their grand lifestyle at their lavish estate.
In 1907, Frank Lloyd Wright was hired to do some remodeling. In this tour, you’ll learn how Wright gave his creative input in remodeling the house for the Fabyans. Visit the other side of the coin and take a tour of the villa from Wright’s persepctive.
Amongst the unique features of the Fabyans’ 300-acre property is a Japanese garden. During the Fabyans’ time, Japanese gardens were popular amongst the wealthy. Take a tour of the beautiful garden and learn about its plants and how it came to be.
THE FABYANS AND THEIR FABULOUS ESTATE
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’SPRAIRIE STYLE AT THE FABYAN VILLA
FABYAN JAPANESE GARDEN — IMAGES OF TRANQUILITY
