The Gropius House is an incredible architectural gem located close by in Lincoln, Massachusetts. Built in 1938, it was the family home of Walter Gropius, the founder of the Bauhaus design school. He is considered one of the most influential architects of the twentieth century. The home was designed upon the Bauhaus philosophy that every aspect of the home’s design, its furnishings as well as the landscape, was planned for simplicity and efficiency.
The home used traditional New England building materials such as wood, brick and fieldstone in innovative ways. It also incorporated the latest in modern materials not normally used for residential structures. The result was a home that was revolutionary in its modern outlook but also rooted in New England’s past.
The Gropius House is now a national landmark and is maintained by Historic New England. Tours of the property are conducted year round. The tour provides an excellent introduction to Bauhaus design and the interesting lives of Walter Gropius and his family.
Photo credit Historic New England
Here are the admission details from the Historic New England website. (I also recommend a visit to the DeCordova Museum when you are in Lincoln. In addition to the wonderful museum, the sculpture park is lovely and is a great place to enjoy a summer picnic.)
Gropius House Tour Information
Wednesday – Sunday, June 1 - October 15
Saturday and Sunday, October 16 - May 31
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tours on the hour. Last tour at 4:00 p.m.
Closed most major holidays.
Admission
$10 adults
$9 seniors
$5 students
Free for Historic New England members and Lincoln residents
Location
Gropius House
68 Baker Bridge Road
Lincoln, Mass. 01773
New England Home magazine’s website has a great article on the Gropius House. Click here to view the article.
