"The Seven Lamps of Architecture" by John Ruskin
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John Ruskin on reversing the flow of inspiration's origins and drawing designs from nature instead.
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You Asked: What is the Inscription in the Gothic Chandelier?
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A unique Gothic Revival-style Tiffany Studios chandelier in Driehaus Museum's smoking room reveals itself as a memorial chandelier—that is, if you can make out the inscription. > Read more
For Sale: Gilded Age Luxury
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Visiting a historic mansion may be fun, but living in one is even better. > Read more
The 2012 Driehaus Prize
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The $200,000 Richard H. Driehaus Prize at the University of Notre Dame will be awarded to architect Michael Graves in 2012. > Read more
The Moneymakers: Wealthy Entrepreneurs of Chicago's Gilded Age
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Chicago had a handful of entrepreneurs--like Marshall Field, George Pullman, and others--to thank for its bustling late 19th-century success. > Read more
On "The Grammar of Ornament"
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The Grammar of Ornament is one of those classic books that tells a history of 19th-century design. > Read more
Happy New Year!
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Even if your New Year's party didn't make Tribune gossip column status like the Nickerson's—Pink carnations! Seventy guests! Supper not served 'till midnight!—here's to celebrating in style. > Read more
You Asked: Where Does Satinwood Come From?
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Satinwood. Visitors to the Museum see it featured most prominently in the Drawing Room, where the Gilded Age ladies would retreat together for music and gossip and the woodwork gleams positively golden. > Read more
A Gilded Age Christmas Dinner
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The Gilded Age wealthy made Christmas dinner a most formal, sumptuous occasion. > Read more
"Dolls, Toys, and Holiday Fancy Goods"
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Ah, the great and famously stressful saga of December: Shopping. We have industrialization, capitalism, and late 19th-century disposable incomes to thank for this holiday tradition. > Read more
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May 17, 2012
Museum Closed This Weekend
The Driehaus Museum will be closed on May 18, 19, 20, and 21. Read more
May 15, 2012
Henry Ives Cobb's Chicago
Edward W. Wolner was the first to author a book about this prolific, influential, and yet little-mentioned Chicago architect who designed the Newberry Library, Potter Palmer's mansion, and a number of buildings for the 1893 Columbian Exposition. Read more
Featured Program
Rembrandt Young Artists
Sunday, June 3
Hear the future of classical music at a free afternoon concert featuring the winners of the 2012 Rembrandt Chamber Players High School Chamber Music Competition. Read more
Featured Program
Classic Cars Father's Day
Sunday, June 17
To celebrate Father's Day this year, the Museum offers free admission for dads, a close-up glimpse of two vintage cars from the early 1900s, and tours that include a rare behind-the-scenes visit to Samuel M. Nickerson's billiards room. Read more
Featured Program
Help Wanted: The Summer Servants Tour
Monday, Wednesday and Friday, July 2 through September 14
In this new, interactive guided tour, Driehaus Museum guests have the unique opportunity to spend an evening exploring the secrets of the Nickerson Mansion servants’ quarters. Read more
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