Frank Lloyd Wright is considered the greatest architect of the 20th century. His legacy is one of America's foremost cultural treasures. Writer Robert Campbell called Wright "The greatest artist this country ever produced...our painters, sculptors, composers don't really rank with the tops of all time, they are not Rembrandt or Michelangelo or Beethoven; Wright alone has that standing. "
In 1932, Wright and his wife Olgivanna, created a remarkable school of architecture at Taliesin. Today it continues to flourish, attracting apprentices from around the world who come to study the principles of organic architecture. In this day of environmental awareness, the principles enunciated and practiced by Wright are more relevant than ever. They provide inspiration and practical solutions to creating a life in harmony with nature in a world that is tragically being ravaged by mankind.
Join John Rattenbury and Bill Mims as they share personal stories and rich experiences gained in the life, work and philosophy that underlie the spirit of Taliesin. Rattenbury joined Wright in 1950 and is senior partner of Taliesin Architects. He is the "Life Magazine Dream House" Architect of 1997, and is featured in the May 1997 issue of Life Magazine. Mims joined the Taliesin Fellowship in 1960 and recently returned as managing partner. Together they have designed and built several hundred buildings that exemplify the timeless concept of organic architecture, including the Frank Lloyd Wright Hemicycle Home in Hawaii, pictured below.
This program will also include a tour to view Maui's Waikapu Resort Golf and Spa, adapted by Taliesin Architects from Wright's design for the home of actress Marilyn Monroe and playwright Arthur Miller.
This 5 day educational retreat will be held on The Big Island of Hawaii in the comfort and privacy of this magnificent passive solar hemicycle home designed by architectural genius Frank Lloyd Wright. Enrollment is limited to 20 participants.
TUITION OF $1775 INCLUDES
RESERVATIONS are required by April 10, 1998 with a deposit of $775. Balance due May15, 1998.
TO REQUEST A BROCHURE Email your name and address to nmi@aloha.net
TO REGISTER ON-LINE You may register on-line. We do accept Master Card and Visa. Please provide your name, address, phone, the type of card, card number, expiration date and cardholder name if other than your own. Email this information to nmi@aloha.net
PROGRAM SCHEDULE The program begins in the evening on Sunday, June 14 and ends with a farewell celebration on Friday night, June 19. Departure is Saturday, June 20. Lecture time is scheduled each morning from 9:00 - noon. Lunch follows with afternoons free for sightseeing, beach activities, golf, etc. Evening gatherings include sharing and socializing.
TRAVEL SUPPORT Travel Agent Karen Kane of East Town Travel Ltd., has organized Frank Lloyd Wright educational tours for numerous groups. She is available to assist with air transportation, car rental and early or extended stays. She can be reached at easttown@execpc.com or by phone at (414) 276-3131, toll-fee, 1-800-822-3789.
AIR TRANSPORTATION United Airlines provides direct flights to the Big Island (Kona airport) from San Francisco and Los Angeles. Other major carriers fly into Honolulu and from there, a local commuter flight to Kona via Aloha or Hawaiian Airlines takes 30 minutes. Our setting is located about 45 minutes from the Kona airport.
HAWAII The Big Island is famous for Kilauea, the most active volcano on Earth, and hosts a prominent astronomy community to serve the world's largest telescope stationed atop Mauna Kea, Hawaii's 14,000 foot mountain. White and black sand beaches are numerous and offer extraordinarily clear waters. Pu'ukohola Heiau, the last major religious structure of the ancient Hawaiian culture, Lapakahi State Historical Park, an ancient center of healing, Waipio Valley, an important agricultural valley for the cultivation of taro, and the Puako Petroglyphs are all nearby.
ACCOMMODATIONS are off-site, ranging from lodges, homes, bed& breakfasts and hotels depending upon availability.
PREVIOUS EVENTS have included "Living With Frank Lloyd Wright" taught by John and Kay Rattenbury in June 1996. For a review of that program, written by Debra Pickrel of The Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy, click here.
New Millennium Institute
PO Box 958, Kamuela, HI 96743
Phone 808.885.2181 Fax 808.885.5570
Email: nmi@aloha.net