The Westcotts enjoyed their unique home for the rest of their lives (in fact, they both had their funerals in the living room 3 years apart). They were the MVPs of the Society pages, throwing frequent dinner parties and entertaining all of the biggest people in Springfield at the time. Unfortunately, the home fell into disrepair and was converted into apartments for many years before succumbing to near abandonment.
In 2001, the restoration began, totaling $5.8 million and 4 years of work. Now the Westcott House has been restored to its former glory and is open to the public year-round. Westcott House offers hourly tours for individuals or groups. Visitors can take as many photos of the outside of the building as they would like, however they ask that no photos be taken inside (all the more reason to plan a visit to see it for yourself!). They also have an amazing gift shop full of t-shirts, frames, postcards, wall art, ornaments and jewelry featuring Frank Lloyd Wright designs.
Since Westcott House is located near downtown Springfield, it's close to restaurants and shopping, making it a great destination for a day trip.
*Dayton has one Frank Lloyd Wright building, but since it's a medical facility, it's not open for tours.
Want to go?WHAT: Westcott HouseWHERE: 85 South Greenmount Avenue, SpringfieldHOURS: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday. See website for seasonal tour scheduleINFO: 937-327-9291 or http://www.westcotthouse.orgCOST: $15/adults, $12/seniors, AAA members, students and groups of 8 or more
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