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Buffalo's Golden Age: An Architectural Adventure

Program No. 24909RJ
Immerse yourself in an architectural exploration of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Buffalo, learn about the Arts and Crafts Movement and discover the original vision of Buffalo, the “Queen City.”
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Length
6 days
Rating
New
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1,999
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At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Buffalo
Program Concludes
Buffalo
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
12 ( 5B, 3L, 4D )
Activity Level
Buffalo has been an architectural workshop, famous for supporting innovative ideas in style, structure and building materials. In the early 20th century, Frank Lloyd Wright left his mark on the “Queen City” with several of his iconic designs. Explore Buffalo and Western New York, immersing yourself in his restored architecture. Experience incredible gardens and examples of Wright’s early Prairie style designs, including the Martin House and the Graycliff estate. To top it off, enjoy the Hagen History Center in Erie, Pennsylvania — home of Frank Lloyd Wright’s San Francisco office.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Learn about the lives and work of architects Frank Lloyd Wright, Frederic Law Olmsted and Elbert Hubbard of the Roycroft Movement.
  • Experience the Martin House, Delaware Park and Graycliff.
  • Explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s original field office, now open to the public for the first time and housed in its own specially designed building at the Hagen History Center.
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Activity Level
On Your Feet
Moderate walking and standing on each of the field trips.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Suggested Reading List
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You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.