Last Chance: Nominate Your Favorite Teacher for Our Teacher Appreciation Giveaway
May 3-7 was Teacher Appreciation Week, and as part of the celebration, three lucky nominated Illinois educators will win a two-night stay at this historic Frank Lloyd Wright home. Educators play a critical role in cultivating and molding our children’s lives in a positive direction, and this giveaway is a…
Bridal Shower or Couple Shower? Host them all at Emil Bach House
April 30, 2021
Bridal showers, couple showers, and baby showers in Chicago are making a comeback as people begin to activate their delayed plans from 2020. However, the trend to keep events safe and small seems to be here to stay for a while. Instead of furrowing your brow over a limited guest...
How to Host an Innovative Tea Party: Embracing Japanese Traditions
March 31, 2021
How about bringing the mystery of the Far East into your party? A creative tea party that evokes the essence of Japan will wow your guests and transport them to a Zen state. The possibilities are endless when it comes to hosting a Japanese-themed tea party. Nothing should stop you...
Five Things to Know About Frank Lloyd Wright Before You Tour the Home
February 23, 2021
The Emil Bach House, designed by famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright has reopened for public tours, and that has many architectural enthusiasts quite excited–and for good reason! Frank Lloyd Wright’s properties are known for their thoughtful burgeoning modernity. To fully enjoy the experience, you want to approach a tour with...
Tour our Historic Frank Lloyd Wright Event & Vacation Rental
February 10, 2021
Here we are in February in a new year. The last year for Emil Bach House, and for all Frank Lloyd Wright designed homes that are open to the public, was a tough year. Tours were cancelled, events were postponed, and for those homes that are open to overnight guests,...
Overcoming Challenges as a Vacation Rental
August 25, 2020
Our August blog post was intended to talk about the latest travel trends, as people have begun to venture out to safe destinations. Longer-term stays are more popular as families and close social groups seek safe accommodations with very high cleaning standards and best practices, and lots of indoor and...
Emil Bach House Virtual Tour and More
June 2, 2020
Emil Bach House operates year-round as a vacation rental and event space, in addition to hosting tours with the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust from May through October. These activities provide needed revenue for the maintenance and continued preservation of this special landmark home. Starting in mid-March Emil Bach House, along...
Making Wedding Planning Decisions During COVID-19
April 28, 2020
360 Virtual Tour – A Look Inside Emil Bach House
March 30, 2020
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Our current reality means most of us are spending a lot of time at home. While we are all practicing social distancing and self-isolation, finding a sense of normalcy in our day to day is key. Although there is nothing better than seeing a historic masterpiece like Emil Bach House...
Must-See Historical and Architectural Attractions in Chicagoland
February 27, 2020
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Chicago is world-famous for its plethora of unique architectural styles and its wealth of sacred historical buildings and attractions. If you happen to be staying at our Emil Bach House, designed and built by acclaimed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, your architectural journey of the city has already begun! Whether you...
A Unique and Historic Wedding Location
February 19, 2020
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Choosing a wedding ceremony and reception venue is arguably one of the most important decisions you will make leading up to your big day. Often, the location of your wedding determines your wedding’s look, feel, and theme, and whether your guests will talk about it for years to come. If...