Our Facilities & Grounds

The Johnson Foundation campus is one of inspired design with iconic architecture and lush natural landscape.  Located on 36 acres in Racine, Wisconsin, along the western shores of Lake Michigan, the grounds are graced by natural forest and trails, floral gardens, streams, and a private art collection. 

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Wingspread

When Herbert Fisk Johnson, Jr. commissioned Frank Lloyd Wright to design a new administration building for S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc., he was so delighted with the plan that he commissioned Wright to design his new home.

Completed in 1939, Wright called the 14,000-foot creation “Wingspread,” because its four wings embrace the prairie, while the roof over the central Great Hall soars skyward.

A Glimpse Into Frank Lloyd Wright’s Wingspread

Wingspread’s primary materials – Kasota limestone, red Streator Brick, tinted stucco, and unstained tidewater cypress – anchor the house to the earth, while its many windows and skylights open it to the heavens by admitting air, light and views of th

Wingspread’s primary materials – Kasota limestone, red Streator Brick, tinted stucco, and unstained tidewater cypress – anchor the house to the earth, while its many windows and skylights open it to the heavens by admitting air, light and views of the sky and landscape.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s drivers of form and function, site structure, timing, and context guide our approach to crafting an incomparably organic and dynamic meeting environment.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s drivers of form and function, site structure, timing, and context guide our approach to crafting an incomparably organic and dynamic meeting environment.

Completed in 2015, LEGO® enthusiast Jameson Gagnepain constructed an exceptionally detailed replica of the Wingspread building entirely from LEGO® pieces. The structure took over 500 hours & 50,000 pieces to create and won first place at Brickworld 2

Completed in 2015, LEGO® enthusiast Jameson Gagnepain constructed an exceptionally detailed replica of the Wingspread building entirely from LEGO® pieces. The structure took over 500 hours & 50,000 pieces to create and won first place at Brickworld 2015. The LEGO® model is now on display inside Wingspread. Visitors can view it under glass in what was formerly Mrs. Johnson's bedroom.

The U.S. Secretary of the Interior designated Wingspread as a National Historic Landmark in 1990. 

The U.S. Secretary of the Interior designated Wingspread as a National Historic Landmark in 1990. 

“The building, as architecture, is born out of the heart of man, permanent consort to the ground, comrade to the trees, true reflection of man in the realm of his own spirit.”
— Frank Lloyd Wright

The Johnson Foundation at Wingspread

Completed in 1939, the architecture and design of Wingspread continue to inspire innovation to this day. Frank Lloyd Wright was meticulous in blending the building with the surrounding natural environment to create a truly exceptional, one-of-a-kind experience. Dedicated to The Johnson Foundation in 1959, Wingspread is the centerpiece of our campus and is utilized today for small meetings, meals, receptions, and tours.

Explore more about Frank Lloyd Wright right here in your community.

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Conference Center

In 1959, H.F. Johnson and his wife moved into a new home next to Wingspread. Built by California architect Henry L. Eggers and designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, the new residence overlooked Wingspread’s pond and was called “The House.” Its facilities provide a uniquely intimate meeting place for groups. 

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Sam and Gene Johnson Guest House

Completed in 2002, the Sam and Gene Johnson Guest House offers world-class accommodations, allowing participants to stay overnight on campus and continue their conversations in an inviting, comfortable and informal atmosphere. The living room is centered around a massive limestone fireplace, flanked by books, and is a popular place for conferees to continue dialogue over drinks and hors d’oeuvres. 

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Grounds

With 36 acres of forests, walking trails and streams, an array of plants and wildlife arrive with the seasons. Walking through the grounds, you’ll also see several art sculptures donated by members of the Johnson Family. 

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Non-Profit Support

Are you a non-profit interested in the Foundation co-sponsoring your conference or meeting?

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