Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park 120 N. Ballas Road, St. Louis, MO 63122 • (314) 822-8359 • www.ebsworthpark.org
General Information
Hours & Pricing
Nestled on 10.5 acres in Kirkwood, Missouri, the Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park (Kraus House) was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, widely recognized as America’s greatest architect.
Guided tours are offered year-round, Wednesday through Sunday, at various times.
The home is notable for its architectural integrity and original furnishings. It is an excellent example of Wright’s Usonian designs, intended to provide middle-class Americans with beautiful architecture at an affordable cost.
Please visit www.ebsworthpark.org to view the tour schedule and book a tour.
History The house was designed in 1950 at the request of St. Louis artist Russell Kraus and his wife Ruth who lived in the home together until Ruth’s death in 1992. A nonprofit purchased the home from Russell in 2001 and donated the house and property to St. Louis County.
Tours are $10 per adult, $5 for children 7-12; children must be at least 7 years old to tour the house.
Become a FLWHEP Member! Members of the FLWHEP receive benefit such as free tours, gift shop discounts, and more. Become a member and support the preservation of the FLWHEP at www.ebsworthpark.org.
The home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1997.
Educational Programs & Activities Guided tours of the house are available to the public by reservation. Tours include a 15-minute video followed by a docent-led tour of the house. The FLWHEP also welcomes groups and field trips for students Grade 4 and above. Contact tours@ebsworthpark.org to arrange group tours. The FLWHEP also offers periodic lectures and exhibits for the community to learn about Frank Lloyd Wright and architecture and design. Visit www.ebsworthpark.org for information on upcoming events.
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