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What a treasure to have a Frank Lloyd Wright Home, right in town! TIP—> tours are on TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS, and SUNDAYS. Closed to the public other days of the week. Steelcase owns this building, and they graciously allow the tours to continue. I have toured the Meyer May house 3-4 times over the last 16 years, and each time I’ve learned something new. The pictures you will see here are no substitute for visiting this exquisite piece of architecture. One does not have to be an architectural expert to appreciate the uniqueness of this space. Your tour starts of with a short film next door, in the building just north of the Meyer May home. In the film you will see the amazing innovations and potential roadblocks to making this iconic home a reality. I loved the tours! Each docent was so very knowledgeable and helpful. They tell a lot of the backstory of the personalities of the people involved, and they also explain the functions of the items in the home. Yet each docent is open to questions you pose and is ready with an intelligent response. TIP—> There is a small gift shop inside the adjacent building with thoughtful gift items. TIP—> ask questions! There were times a docent would stay later just because he was happy to impart some nugget of wisdom or interest to me. So kind!
Kyla JoyKyla Joy
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The Meyer May house was designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright for a Grand Rapids clothing store owner named Meyer May in 1908. In the 1980s, furniture maker Steelcase purchased the then rundown and altered house, painstakingly restored it, and opened it to the public to enjoy!! A visit to the house today sharea the story of the restoration process via a 30ish minute video and then a docent-led guided tour of the house. The highly knowledgeable and passionate volunteer docents give insight into the family the house was built for and share information about architecture and design elements found throughout the entire property. The house is spectacular and absolutely worth visiting. I've been several times! Visitors should plan to spend 1.5-2 hours here. You have to watch the 30ish minute video before entering the house, and if you arrive while the video is already playing, you'll have to wait for it to finish until they let you watch it. Some docents are more chatty than others and may spend more time giving the tour.
Kristina ColbyKristina Colby
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The Meyer May House located in Grand Rapids, Michigan is an amazing example of Frank Loyd Wright's Prairie House designs. While visiting the Grand Rapids area, we took a chance to visit the house and ended up getting a private tour including an informational film about the house and its restoration. The house was originally built in 1908 and after The Meyer house was purchased by Steelcase in 1985 has since been masterfully restored to it's original condition including the structure, furniture, flooring, stained glass and even the table settings which were all designed by the master himself. An absolute must see for any FLW enthusiast. Be sure to call ahead for tour information.
ray weithmanray weithman
20
We really enjoyed our rainy day walkthrough of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Meyer May house in Grand Rapids. Entry is free but you need to book in advance. This is a great way to kill a couple hours that doesn’t involve bars, restaurants, or shopping (or spending any money), and highly recommended for history buffs and enthusiasts of real estate, design, and architecture. The tour guides were extremely knowledgeable and they kept things interesting while not being too restrictive as we wandered through the home. There are several souvenir options available for purchase, but bring cash or a check since they don’t accept cards. Considering this for a possible work outing.
Jim HockingJim Hocking
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As an admirer of Frank Lloyd Wright’s work, I was thrilled to visit the Meyer May House during a trip. Although I couldn’t make it inside during the open hours, I had the opportunity to appreciate its exterior beauty. The house’s lines are a testament to Wright’s architectural genius, seamlessly blending form and function. The planters integrated into the design add his usual charming touch, enhancing the house’s connection with nature. From the outside, it’s appears that the Meyer May House is well-maintained, preserving its historical and aesthetic value which I absolutely adore. I look forward to visiting again and experiencing the interior firsthand.
Kayla-Rae CampbellKayla-Rae Campbell
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We had the wonderful experience of a private tour and four course dinner at the Meyer May House this weekend. Our friends purchased the private event at a charity auction. WHAT A TREAT. The house has been accurately and immaculately restored to its turn of the century glory by Steelcase. The dinner was fabulous--filet, walleye, crème Brule and squash soup were some of the items that I wish I could replicate. The chef and serving staff were excellent and the wine and cocktails were specially made for the House menu. If you have a chance to tour or have an event here, do not think twice. Frank Lloyd Wright's design at its Prairie best.
ElizabethElizabeth
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450 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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(616) 246-4821
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meyermayhouse.steelcase.com
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The Meyer May House is a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house in the Heritage Hill Historic District of Grand Rapids, Michigan, in the United States. It was built in 1908–09, and is located at 450 Madison Avenue SE. It is considered a fine example of Wright's Prairie School era, and "Michigan's Prairie masterpiece".
attractions: Grand Rapids Downtown Market, Cathedral of Saint Andrew, barre3, The Leonard At Logan House, Cherry Hill Market, Dime & Regal, Roman Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids, Lee & Birch, Grand Rapids Yoga, Spice & Tea Merchants, restaurants: Donkey Taqueria, The Winchester, Živio, House Rules Lounge, Wealthy Street Bakery, Fish Lads, Rowster Coffee Wealthy, Jamaican Dave's, The Commons, Good Truckin' Diner
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