In 2013, the in Bentonville, Arkansas, made headlines by acquiring the Bachman-Wilson House , a rare example of Frank Lloyd Wright’s classic "Usonian" architecture. Originally built in 1954 along the banks of the Millstone River in New Jersey, the house had been plagued by repeated flooding, which threatened its survival.
: The house was rebuilt to Wright’s original specifications on the museum’s 120-acre grounds. It was carefully positioned to overlook Crystal Spring, mimicking the home's original relationship with water while protecting it from future flood damage. Key Features of the Bachman-Wilson House crystal bridges buys frank lloyd wright house
: In early 2014, the components—including all original furniture and fixtures designed by Wright—were transported across the country to Arkansas. In 2013, the in Bentonville, Arkansas, made headlines
Designed during Wright's Usonian period, the home represents his vision for affordable yet beautiful middle-class housing. Crystal Bridges Acquires Frank Lloyd Wright House It was carefully positioned to overlook Crystal Spring,
: The house was entirely dismantled piece by piece in New Jersey under the supervision of previous owners Lawrence and Sharon Tarantino.
To save the structure, the museum undertook a monumental preservation project: