here are books, magazines, and newspaper and magazine articles about Mies van der Rohe and the Farnsworth House, some are vintage in nature and provide a historical perspective on Mies' work. Local articles document the controversial bridge project of the late 60s, the 1996

  flood and the sale of the home to the LPCI and the NTHP in 2003. The following is a sampling of the reference materials available at the Sarah J.

  Hahn Resource Center. Researchers are asked to call (630) 552-0052 and reserve a time for reviewing these materials.

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

 

Books & Magazines

 

The Sarah J. Hahn Resource Center has a collection of dozens of vintage books and magazines regarding the history of the Farnsworth House and Mies van der Rohe.

 

 

To view a PDF of the
Books & Magazines click here.

 

 

The Lord Palumbo Era

 

During his thirty-two year ownership Lord Peter Palumbo completed two major restorations and added a variety of art, sculpture, and landscaping to the grounds. Many photos and articles detail his efforts to preserve the building and grounds.

  
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  
 

 

Dr. Farnsworth’s Journal

 

Written after she retired, chapter thirteen of Dr. Farnsworth’s journal reflects on the construction of the house along with other recollections of Mies and experiences while living in the building.

 

To view a PDF of the
journal chapter click here.

 

 

Policies

 

Materials are available for research during Visitor Center hours.  Please call ahead to reserve a time for conducting your research.

 

 

To view a PDF of the
Policies click here.
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

  

 

 

Farnsworth House

14520 River Road

Plano, IL 60545

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