As Fallingwater’s 90th anniversary year comes to a close, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy reflects on this extraordinary milestone and looks ahead to the next chapter of this remarkable place, lifting up Fallingwater as a lasting landmark and a symbol of people living in harmony with nature. When Edgar Kaufmann jr. placed Fallingwater in the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s care more than six decades ago, he understood that owning Fallingwater carried with it an enormous responsibility to care for this masterpiece. The Conservancy has steadfastly embraced this responsibility since 1963.
About Fallingwater
This past May, Fallingwater completed an intensive three-year preservation initiative, a comprehensive undertaking that addressed critical needs and helped ensure the long-term integrity of Fallingwater and its collections. Years of planning, expert craftsmanship and support from donors have strengthened the house for generations to come.
As a living classroom, Fallingwater provides opportunities each year for thousands of students – from elementary school groups and college students to working adults – to experience the house and landscape beyond the public tour program. Educational offerings through the Fallingwater Institute honor Edgar jr.’s vision of Fallingwater as a place where a deeper experience of art, design and nature can occur.
How Support Helps & Get Involved
Whether it’s by caring for the house and its collections, giving students of all ages the opportunity to draw inspiration from Fallingwater, or improving accessibility for visitors, donor support plays an important role in ensuring Fallingwater can continue to welcome, educate and inspire people from around the world.
The generations before helped preserve Fallingwater for today’s benefit. Now, the community has the opportunity to do the same for those who will follow—and every supporter is an important part of the Fallingwater story.
To donate, visit fallingwater.org/donate/.
Story and Photography by Fallingwater
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