Ten miles southwest of famous Fallingwater, along with a winding mountain road, is a second home designed by noted architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Kentuck Knob, blending flawlessly into its surroundings, is an excellent example of Wright’s organic architecture. Commissioned in 1953 and completed in 1956 for the Hagan family of Uniontown, Pennsylvania (from Hagan Ice Cream), Kentuck Knob represents the achievement of Wright’s 70-year career.
Kentuck Knob, also known as the Hagan House, is based on the Usonia model, typically a single, compact floor plan based on a modular grid system. In this case, the module is an equilateral triangle and is constructed of native stone, tidal cypress, and copper. Interesting features include the use of radiant heat on concrete floors, a ‘workspace’ instead of a kitchen, and a flat gable roof. The house stands out for its quality, impeccable condition and harmonious connection with the rural mountain site in which it is located.
The beautiful interior of the Kentuck Knob, both expansive and intimate, is the setting for the remarkable collection of post-WWII historical artifacts and sculptures from its current owners, Great Britain Lord and Lady Palumbo, who are dedicated patrons of the arts at home. and abroad. Spectacular views and beautiful scenery also combine to make Kentuck Knob worth the visit.
Kentuck Knob Tours
Situated on a mountainside in the rural Kentuck district of Stewart Township, Fayette County, Kentuck Knob is just seven miles from Fallingwater on Kentuck Road (Chalk Hill – Ohiopyle Road) off US Route 40. (National Road).
Multiple tour options are available from March – December (9 am to 4:30 pm, except Wednesdays when tours start at 12 noon):
Guided tour of the house
- Approximately 40 minutes (allow 2 hours total to visit)
- Children must be at least 6 years old.
- Recommended reservations
- Adults: $ 22
- Children (6-18): $ 16
In-depth tour
- Approximately 90 minutes
- Children must be at least 9 years old.
- Advance purchase of tickets is required
- Adults: $ 60.
Group tours
- The minimum number of people for a group rate is 10
- Allow up to 90 minutes for tours.
- Guided tour of the house: $ 18.50 per adult; $ 13.50 per college or high school student; $ 12 per child
- In-depth tour of the house: $ 35 per person
- Group tour at home: $ 35 per person
- Ohioply Bakery boxed lunches available upon request
Specialized Tours
- Monthly Farm-to-Table Appalachian Dinners (through September 2015): $ 95 per person
- Curator’s Tour: $ 85 per person
- Brunch Tour: $ 85 per person
- Sunset Tour: $ 85 per person
- Advance purchase required
The above rates and hours are subject to change. Call (724) 329-1901 or visit the website for the most up-to-date rates and information.
Perilla Kentuck
723 Kentuck Road
Chalk Hill, PA 15421
724-329-1901
www.kentuckknob.com
