Anyone interested in a one-day trip to visit Philip Johnson’s Glass House in Connecticut?
The house, built by Johnson in 1949 in New Canaan, CT, is one of the landmarks of modern architecture.
Since Johnson’s death, the 47 acre-estate has been managed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation which has now opened it for tours.
Tours occur Wednesday through Monday from May through November. Basic guided tours are 90 minutes for $30 and 2 hours for $45 (this tour allows photography). A private tour may be arranged if there is enough interest. Private tours are limited to 13 people at a time. There is a Visitors’ Center & Shop in downtown New Canaan.
The tour covers four of the eleven buildings on the site: the Glass House, the Picture Gallery, the Sculpture Gallery, and the Gate House. The tour includes a 0.75 mile walk over moderately-uneven terrain. Only water is allowed on the property. Children 10 and older are welcome, provided they have a ticket.
Given the limited access to the house, I cannot guarantee a specific date or day of the week. Please send me your preferences if you are interested in this trip.
Submitted by Jay LaVelle; please email the Church Office office@firstunitarian.com for Jay's contact info.
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