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Behind-the-Bricks Mechanical Tour at the Martin House

July 19, 2025

Go beyond the surface of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpiece the Darwin Martin House on this exclusive 90-minute Behind the Bricks tour. Perfect for engineering enthusiasts, architecture buffs, and the tech-curious, this immersive experience offered by the Martin House organization one Saturday each month reveals how cutting-edge mechanical systems are seamlessly integrated into the historic fabric of the house.

Led by a senior member of the Facilities Team, this intimate, small-group tour takes you underground and around the corners. Discover how geothermal wells, advanced heat pumps, plumbing systems, and a state-of-the-art fire suppression system quietly work behind the scenes to preserve the house and ensure guest safety—all while staying hidden from view. Gain rare access to areas not included in regular tours and see firsthand how architecture and technology collaborate to bring this National Historic Landmark into the 21st century.

Saturday July 19, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
Martin House
143 Jewett Parkway
Buffalo, NY
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