Museum Description :Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens built between 1912 and 1915, Stan Hywet Hall is one of the finest examples of the American Country Estate movement, which flourished during the Industrial Age. Unlike European country houses created by generations of title and wealth, American Country Estates were built by the wealth of self-made industry giants. Vanderbilt’s Biltmore, Rockefeller’s Kykuit, and Hearst’s San Simeon, are well-known examples. England provided the inspiration for the Tudor revival Manor House and service buildings, and also prom .. View More >>
Museum Description :Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens built between 1912 and 1915, Stan Hywet Hall is one of the finest examples of the American Country Estate movement, which flourished during the Industrial Age. Unlike European country houses created by generations of title and wealth, American Country Estates were built by the wealth of self-made industry giants. Vanderbilt’s Biltmore, Rockefeller’s Kykuit, and Hearst’s San Simeon, are well-known examples. England provided the inspiration for the Tudor revival Manor House and service buildings, and also prompted the name of the Seiberling’s estate. Stan Hywet, is Old English for stone quarry, the property’s most prominent natural feature when the land was purchased. The Estate became a beacon of progress for F.A. and his business associates, who often met here to discuss and negotiate the challenges of the day. It served as an international stage for well known figures in music, the arts and politics, and it was the site where daughter-in-law Henrietta brought together Bill W. and Dr. Bob for a discussion that led ultimately led to the creation of Alcoholics Anonymous, an organization that has benefitted millions worldwide. F.A. Seiberling's wife, Gertrude, established her own reputation as an accomplished artist, musician and patron of the arts. Stan Hywet’s design and decor were largely influenced by her personal taste. She applied her passion for gardening, music and the arts to help found Tuesday Musical and the Akron Garden Club, institutions that remain strong, vibrant and iconic organizations and supporters of the estate today
Museum Admission :Stan Hywet Members : FreeNon-Member Adult : $10Non-Member Youth 6-17yrs : $4Children 5 years & under are : FreeAAA : $1.00 off of any adult ticket price with AAA card
Museum Program :Guided Manor House TourTour Times : On the hour, 11am-4pm, Tues.-Sun.Stan Hywet is closed on Mondays, except Memorial Day and Labor Day. Note : There are self-guided tours ONLY on the following dates: July 25, Aug. 16, Sept. 7 (Labor Day), Oct. 1-4, Nov. 7, Nov. 27, Dec. 26, and Jan. 2, 2016Experience the Manor House through the eyes of a trained interpreter and learn what life was like when the Seiberling family called this estate “home.” Visit interior spaces including the Great Hall, Music Room, Plunge (indoor swimming pool), and the Master Bedroom. Admission includes a Guided Manor House Tour, Self-Guided Garden Tour, Gate Lodge and a visit to the Corbin Conservatory. The tour lasts approximately 1 – 1 ½ hours.Ticket Prices : Stan Hywet Members : 50% off the non-member priceNon-Member Adult : $19Non-Member Youth 6-17yrs : $8 << View Less