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Stickley side chair
Martin House History

New Acquisitions

Martin House regularly acquires new works of art that enhance our collection. Our most recent addition is a Side Chair made by Gustave Stickley at The Craftsman Workshops, Eastwood, New York, ca. 1905. The armless oak chair was featured in the furniture company’s catalogue from 1909 listed as item No.382.…
Martin House
May 25, 2023
San Marcos
Martin House History

From the Collection: San Marcos in the Desert

Objects play a prominent role in the interpretation of historic sites. This holds true at the Martin House, where furniture, art glass, and other works of art designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Martins—as well as the family’s own personal belongings—help tell the story of this very special place.…
Martin House
May 25, 2023
Euphemia Fellows [top center] and Other Help
Martin House History

From the Collection: George and Euphemia Fellows

Objects play a prominent role in the interpretation of historic sites. This holds true at the Martin House, where furniture, art glass, and other works of art designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Martins—as well as the family’s own personal belongings—help tell the story of this very special place.…
Martin House
February 16, 2023
Wisteria Mosaic Fireplace
Martin House History

Hearth and Home

Frank Lloyd Wright felt the hearth was the heart of the home. Not surprisingly, the Martin House features four fireplaces. Each tells a story, such as the pair of beautiful sunburst-patterned fireplaces. The first is an inviting golden-mortared hearth that dominates the north wall of the first-floor reception room; while…
Martin House
February 16, 2023
Woodpecker table runner
Museum Store

Museum Store Spotlight

During the past few years, we have all spent more time dining at home – creating a desire for many to set a more stylish table. As a result, we have experienced an increase in demand for beautiful tabletop products sold at the Museum Store. Especially popular has been a…
Martin House
February 16, 2023
Mums
Martin House History

The Chrysanthemum in November

The chrysanthemum holds a special place among flowers. Beloved for its beauty and resilience, it is commonly associated with autumn and even more precisely the month of November. Perhaps, then, it should come as no surprise that the Martins grew mums on their residential estate. Today, as back then, they…
Martin House
November 14, 2022
News

Martin House Names New Executive Director

The Board of Directors of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House announced today that Jessie Fisher will serve as the next Executive Director. Only the fourth Executive Director in the organization’s history, Fisher will build on the institution’s storied history and strong foundation. She will assume the role in January 2023,…
Martin House
October 18, 2022
new set installed
RestorationVolunteer

New Windows Installed

If you've visited the Martin House, you have most likely learned that the conservatory has its own unique art glass pattern, with various adaptations to fit the size of different window and door openings. Much of the original art glass was lost when the building was demolished. In 2008, a…
Martin House
September 29, 2022
Actor in landscape
Martin House History

Shakespeare and the Martin House

The Martin House served as a beautiful backdrop for a video production of What Light Through Yonder Window Breaks from Romeo & Juliet. The video was part of the "Shakespeare's Greatest Hits" series, produced through a collaboration between WNED PBS and Shakespeare in Delaware Park – Buffalo's free, high-quality public…
Martin House
September 6, 2022
Copper Beech Tree
Landscape

The Trees of Martin House

Many of you may have admired the original European Copper Beech tree that resides on Jewett Parkway. However, did you know there are 21 different types of trees for a total of 52 on the estate? Let's talk trees. There are 17 elm trees in two varieties, both of which…
Martin House
August 24, 2022
Pennant on brick
Museum Store

Museum Store Spotlight

When a local company producing American-made, high-quality products builds a national –arguably international– brand, it only makes sense to collaborate. We introduce you to Oxford Pennant, even though you’ve probably heard of the organization. But you might not know its story. The Company In 2013, Dave Horesh and Brett Mikoll…
Martin House
August 22, 2022
Young Dorothy Martin
Martin House History

Dorothy R. Martin | “All Educated”

With back-to-school season in full swing, this article from our curator provides an historical glimpse at the educational formation of Dorothy R. Martin (1896-1980). Dorothy R. Martin was the eldest child of Darwin D. and Isabelle Martin. Raised in the Martin House during her formative years, Dorothy had the privilege…
Martin House
August 22, 2022